Sowore Critiques Governors' N100,000 Minimum Wage Proposal

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore criticized the proposal by state governors for a minimum wage of N100,000, arguing that this amount is inadequate to meet the needs of Nigerian workers. Sowore's remarks were made in a statement posted on his official page, where he maintained that the proposed wage falls short of addressing the cost of living in Nigeria.

He pointed out that the amount is insufficient to cover basic necessities such as housing, transportation, healthcare, and education. Sowore highlighted the economic hardships faced by workers, stating that no worker can live decently on N100,000 per month in today's Nigeria, as it barely covers the cost of a bag of rice.

He called for a minimum wage that guarantees dignity for workers rather than perpetuating poverty, emphasizing the need for a realistic understanding of the economic challenges faced by the populace.