Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has approved the implementation of a new minimum wage of N70,000 as announced by the Federal Government of Nigeria, according to a state government’s statement at the weekend.
In a statement by the state commissioner for finance, Dr Hauwa Nuru, on Saturday, he said that the approved wage will be implemented across the Kwara State public service, with immediate effect from October 2024, “in a significant move to enhance the welfare of workers in Kwara State.”.
“This decision, which includes consequential adjustments to the relevant salary structures, was made after a successful tripartite meeting between government representatives, the leadership of the organised labour in Kwara state—the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) — and representatives from the organised private sector.”.
Dr. Nuru, who is the co-chairman of the minimum wage committee, expressed appreciation to Governor Abdulrazaq for giving the committee full autonomy to reach a consensus that benefits all parties involved.
“The immediate implementation of this new wage underscores Governor Abdulrazaq’s proactive and worker-friendly approach,” she said.
The governor, Dr. Nuru added, remains committed to the welfare of public servants and all citizens of Kwara State, as part of the broader vision for sustainable development and economic stability.
