Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, Governor of Kwara State, has approved the implementation of a new minimum wage of N70,000 as announced by the Federal Government of Nigeria.
Dr Hauwa Nuru, the state commissioner for finance, in a statement on Saturday, 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.” she said.
The state Commissioner for finance, 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.
According to Dr. Nuru the governor, remain 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.
“The template also covers workers in the 16 local government areas of the state,” she said.
Governor Abdulrazaq’s administration continues to prioritise the well-being of its workforce and the general populace, demonstrating its dedication to fostering growth and prosperity for all in Kwara possible State, according to the Commissioner.
Dr Nuru went ahead to appreciate His Excellency’s leadership and foresight, noting that this new wage policy is a timely and much-needed measure that will help cushion the effects of the current economic realities in a sustainable way, commending also the collaborative spirit between the government and the labour unions, which made the achievement.
The new minimum wage is an evidence to the state’s commitment in order to ensure that workers’ welfare remains at the forefront of its policies.
