Governors Propose N100,000 Minimum Wage Amid Inflation

Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, the chairman of the Nigerian Governors' Forum and governor of Kwara State, disclosed on Facebook that governors are considering a new national minimum wage of N100,000. This proposal arises amid rising economic hardships in Nigeria, driven by inflation and increased living costs.

Abdulrazaq emphasized the urgent need to enhance worker welfare in light of current economic realities. The governors are engaging with the federal government and labor organizations to ensure that the new wage structure balances worker welfare with fiscal sustainability for state governments.

The discussions aim to enhance workers' purchasing power while preserving the ability of governments to deliver essential public services and infrastructure projects. The current statutory minimum wage in Nigeria stands at N70,000 per month, but several states, including Lagos, Rivers, and Imo, report paying above this benchmark.

The Nigeria Labour Congress continues to advocate for a comprehensive review of worker salaries, insisting that employees deserve a living wage that meets daily economic demands.