The Borno State Government has commenced payment of October salaries to civil servants at the revised minimum wage of ₦77,000, marking a significant step toward implementing the new national wage standard. The salary adjustment took effect today, fulfilling Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s earlier commitment to enhance the welfare of state employees. Last month, The Spectacles […]
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Delaying Minimum Wage Implementation is Killing Civil Servants – CSO
The Osun Masterminds (TOM), a coalition of civil society organizations, has criticized the delay in implementing the new national minimum wage in Osun State, warning that it is damaging the morale and well-being of civil servants. Speaking during the October edition of the State of the State address in Osogbo, the group’s Executive Director, Professor […]
Kaduna Approves ₦72,000 Minimum Wage, Launches Free Transport Scheme
In his move to support the welfare of civil servants, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has approved a new minimum wage of ₦72,000, effective from November 2024. This decision, according to the administration, underscores Governor Sani’s dedication to improving the lives of workers and addressing the needs of the state’s vulnerable populations. Chief Press […]
Nigerian Workers are Poorer; FG Should Raise Minimum Wage Beyond ₦70,000 – Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, stated on Wednesday that the current generation of Nigerian workers is significantly poorer compared to past generations. He argued that the celebrated ₦70,000 minimum wage, when converted to dollars, amounts to just $42—a stark contrast to the value of the first minimum wage set under President Shehu […]
Gov Sheriff Charges LG Chairs to Implement New Minimum Wage November
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has directed local government chairpersons across the state to implement the new minimum wage for council workers starting in November 2024. The directive was issued on Tuesday in Asaba during a meeting with leaders of the state chapters of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), the Nigeria Union […]
Kano Governor Approves ₦71,000 Minimum Wage for Civil Servants
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved a new minimum wage of ₦71,000 for state civil servants, set to take effect in November. This adjustment is expected to increase the state’s monthly salary obligations by approximately ₦6 billion for state workers and ₦7 billion for local government councils. Governor Yusuf made the announcement via […]
Fed Govt Calls on Recalcitrant States to Implement New Minimum Wage
On Monday, the Federal Government called on states yet to implement the new ₦70,000 national minimum wage to begin payments immediately. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made this appeal while affirming the government’s commitment to enforcing the new minimum wage in full. Speaking to journalists at the Presidential […]
JUST IN: Gov Nwifuru Approves ₦75,000 Minimum Wage for Civil Servants
Ebonyi State Governor, Right Honourable Francis Nwifuru, has announced a new minimum wage of ₦75,000 for civil servants in the state. The announcement came after a Holy Mass held at the Government House Chapel in Abakaliki on Sunday. Governor Nwifuru explained that the wage adjustment reflects a considered response to Nigeria’s current economic challenges and […]
Governor Diri Approves ₦80,000 Minimum Wage for Civil Servants
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has approved a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for the state’s civil servants, effective November 1, 2024. Additionally, the governor has sanctioned an increase in the monthly pension for retired state employees and allocated ₦7 billion to reduce the backlog of outstanding gratuities. The announcement was made in a […]
11 Governors Prioritizing Worker Welfare Approve Minimum Wages Above ₦70,000
As inflation and the rising cost of living continue to affect workers in Nigeria, several state governors have announced new minimum wage adjustments. These governors are offering wages above the ₦70,000 national benchmark, demonstrating efforts to address economic hardships faced by their workers. Below are details on each governor’s decision: 1. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos […]