The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) has assured Nigerians and organized labor that negotiations are underway to establish a better minimum wage. This comes after the governors previously rejected the Federal Government's proposal of N62,000, citing that some states would need to borrow to pay salaries. Despite this, organized labor continues to push for a wage of N250,000.
Nigeria Governor's Forum |
Following the Federal Executive Council's postponement of the minimum wage discussion, the governors held an emergency meeting, which extended into the early hours of Thursday. According to a communiqué signed by NGF acting Director, Media, Ahmed Salihu, the forum discussed various national issues, including the new national minimum wage.
The governors agreed to continue engaging with key stakeholders to reach a mutually acceptable solution, assuring that better wages will result from the ongoing negotiations. They also discussed the World Bank-Nigeria for Women Project Scale-Up, emphasizing the need for implementation at the state level, as originally conceived.
The communiqué highlighted the governors' willingness to support various World Bank programs, including the Nigeria Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equality project, Food and Nutrition Security, and others. They also pledged support for the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, ensuring the successful implementation of reforms and collaboration to address challenges.
The NGF assured that they remain dedicated to the process, and better wages will result from the ongoing negotiations.
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