Labour Party's Chibuzo Okereke to Abolish Minimum Wage

Chibuzo Okereke, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, has committed to abolishing the minimum wage system in Nigeria if elected. He argues that the current system is inadequate, as it does not account for rapid changes in the cost of living.

Okereke emphasizes that workers deserve a living wage and that their welfare should encompass decent pay, housing, healthcare, food security, job security, social protection, and a safe working environment. During an interview with Nigerian Tribune, he criticized the periodic wage negotiations, stating they fail to address the immediate economic realities faced by workers.

Okereke also highlighted the importance of improving the overall condition of service for workers, which includes fair promotion, training opportunities, gratuity, pension, and healthcare. He proposed redesigning subsidy administration to directly support citizens rather than systems that could be exploited.

Okereke's vision includes making public service attractive by ensuring workers receive their legitimate benefits and functional health support.