The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has assured workers in Nigeria and the organised labour that better minimum wage will result from ongoing negotiations.
The governors had previously rejected the Federal Government’s proposal of N62,000, stating that some states would need to borrow money to pay salaries.
Despite this, organised labour continues to demand a wage of N250,000.
The governors chose to hold an emergency meeting after the Federal Executive Council postponed the minimum wage discussion on Tuesday to allow President Bola Tinubu to conduct broader consultations.
At the end of the meeting a communiqué issued states that the forum discussed the new national minimum wage and agreed to continue engaging with key stakeholders to reach a mutually acceptable solution.
“The governors acknowledge the work and contributions of the Ministry of Women Affairs in promoting gender equality, empowering women, and advancing social development across Nigeria.
Minimum Wage: State Governors Assure Labour Of Better Minimum Wage
