NNPP Chieftain Urges Tinubu To Raise Minimum Wage To ₦200,000

NNPP Chieftain Urges Tinubu To Raise Minimum Wage To ₦200,000

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a prominent figure in the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider approving a minimum wage of ₦200,000 for Nigerian workers. Oguntoyinbo highlighted the inadequacy of the current minimum wage to meet the needs of workers and emphasized the importance of prioritizing worker welfare…..READ ALSO NNPP Calls On Tinubu Government To Review Fuel Subsidy Removal Policy

In a statement released on Wednesday, May 1st, Oguntoyinbo extended his warm wishes to workers on the occasion of Workers Day and urged state governors nationwide to prioritize the welfare of workers. He emphasized the crucial role workers play in the nation’s development and stressed the need for their improved well-being.

Expressing concern over the current state of workers’ remuneration, Oguntoyinbo asserted that the existing minimum wage falls short of providing a sustainable livelihood for workers across the country. He called on President Tinubu to address this pressing issue promptly.

Imo Governor Pledges Prompt Implementation of New Minimum Wage

Meanwhile, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has reassured civil servants in the state of his administration’s commitment to promptly implement the new minimum wage. Delivering his May Day message in Owerri, Governor Uzodimma acknowledged the significant contributions of workers to the state’s development and pledged to prioritize their welfare.

Assuring workers of his administration’s dedication to their well-being, Governor Uzodimma announced several welfare initiatives, including the adoption of the new minimum wage, timely salary disbursement, and complimentary transportation services. He emphasized his administration’s proactive measures to alleviate the impact of economic challenges on workers and reiterated his government’s commitment to placing the welfare of the people above all else.

Despite challenges posed by corrupt practices among some workers, Governor U

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