Evening recap: TUC rejects N70,000 allowance, UK hikes student visa funds, other top stories

The Trade Union Congress has rejected the Federal Government's proposed N70,000 wage award, insisting that workers need permanent salary increases rather than temporary relief. The union has proposed raising the lowest-paid federal worker's salary to N300,000 and demanded that outstanding wage agreements and adjustments for health workers be implemented.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom has raised the amount international students must show as proof of funds for visa applications, with students in London needing to demonstrate at least £1,570 monthly, while those studying outside London must demonstrate £1,203 per month. Additionally, the All Progressives Congress has expanded the membership of President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 Presidential Campaign Council with new appointments across directorates, mobilisation structures, and operational units.

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