New Minimum Wage Laws Across Nigeria: 2024-2026 Overview

The article outlines the new minimum wage laws being implemented across Nigeria, following a law signed by President Bola Tinubu on July 18, 2024. The national minimum wage is set at N70,000, with several states exceeding this benchmark.

Imo State, under Governor Hope Uzodimma, will pay N104,000 starting in October 2025. Ebonyi State's Governor Francis Nwifuru announced a new minimum wage of N90,000 effective August 27, 2025.

Lagos State's Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu set the minimum wage at N85,000, while Rivers State's Governor Siminalayi Fubara approved N85,000 starting November 2024. Other states, including Niger, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, and Ogun, have set their minimum wages at N80,000 and N77,000, with implementation dates ranging from October to November 2024.

The article emphasizes the ongoing negotiations and efforts by labor organizations to address economic hardships and improve worker living conditions.