Strong indications suggest that organised Labour will advocate for a minimum wage of N500,000 as the zonal public hearings on the new wage structure kick off in Lagos, Kano, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, and Abuja. President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, had earlier hinted at the possibility of pushing for a new minimum wage of up to N1 million if inflation persists. However, based on proposals received from state chapters, Labour might aim for N500,000 during the ongoing meetings. The public hearings will gather input from various stakeholders to determine a new minimum wage reflective of current economic realities.Organised Labour is considering advocating for a N500,000 minimum wage as zonal public hearings commence in Lagos, Kano, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, and Abuja. President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, had earlier hinted at the possibility of pushing for up to N1 million due to ongoing inflation. Proposals from state chapters suggest a focus on N500,000 during the current discussions, with the public hearings aiming to gather input from stakeholders for a new minimum wage aligned with current economic realities.
Organised Labour is poised to push for a N500,000 minimum wage as zonal public hearings kick off in various Nigerian regions. Propelled by concerns over ongoing inflation, state chapter proposals indicate a leaning towards the N500,000 mark during the current discussions. The zonal public hearings aim to gather input from stakeholders, including state governors, ministers, civil society groups, and the private sector, to determine a new minimum wage that reflects the present economic landscape and the aspirations of workers.
