States Falling Short On New Minimum Wage Implementation, But TUC Rules Out National Strike

States Falling Short On New Minimum Wage Implementation, But TUC Rules Out National Strike

The President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, has expressed concern over the improper implementation of the new minimum wage in some states, particularly with regard to the consequential adjustments. Osifo stated that while many state governments have adhered to the new ₦70,000 minimum wage,...READ MORE…

some are shortchanging workers by applying a fixed sum rather than the required percentage increase.

In an interview on ireporteronline, Osifo explained that the adjustment should involve a 133% increase for employees on lower grade levels, tapering off as salaries increase. However, some states are adding a flat sum, which does not reflect the intended adjustments.

Despite the ongoing issues, Osifo assured that the TUC is not planning a national strike. He emphasized that many states are in negotiations, and those that have yet to fully comply, like Zamfara and Cross River, are being mobilized for potential strike action if necessary. The TUC has empowered state councils to ensure proper adjustments are made.

Osifo added that while a few states, such as Oyo, are progressing well toward implementation, others are still lagging behind, and efforts to resolve these discrepancies are ongoing

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