Two Months After, States Yet To Implement New Minimum Wage

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Months after protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and negotiations with the Federal Government over the minimum wage, a new minimum wage of N70,000 was agreed upon on July 18, 2024, by the Federal Government and labour unions.

The initial wage was N30,000, sparking agitation from labour unions as the cost of living rose and inflation increased.

However, despite the implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage on July 29, several states have…

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