- Kwara State Governor approves new minimum wage of N70,000.
- Effective date: October 2024.
- Covers all public servants, including local government areas.
- Result of tripartite meeting between government, labour leaders, and private sector reps.
- Governor AbdulRazaq prioritizes workforce well-being and prosperity.
- Aims to cushion economic realities and promote sustainable development.
- Collaboration between government and labour unions praised.
Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the new minimum wage of N70,000, as announced by the Federal Government of Nigeria. This development was confirmed by the Honourable Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, in a statement released on Saturday evening.
The approved wage will take effect immediately from October 2024 and will cover all public servants in Kwara State, including those in the 16 local government areas. This move is a result of a successful tripartite meeting between government representatives, labour leaders, and private sector representatives.
Dr. Nuru praised Governor AbdulRazaq’s proactive approach, commitment to workers’ welfare, and leadership in making this policy a reality. The governor’s administration prioritizes the well-being of its workforce and the general populace, demonstrating its dedication to fostering growth and prosperity for all in Kwara State.
The new minimum wage aims to cushion the effects of current economic realities and promote sustainable development and economic stability in Kwara State. Dr. Nuru also commended the collaborative spirit between the government and labour unions, which made this achievement possible.
