- The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) clarified that it hasn’t endorsed the proposed N500,000 minimum wage, awaiting determination by the committee
- NLC President Joe Ajaero emphasized that figures like N500,000 and N700,000 circulating aren’t officially recognized, clarifying they’re state-level inputs
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has clarified that it has not endorsed the proposed N500,000 minimum wage. It has yet to determine the exact amount to be presented to the tripartite committee.
NLC President, Joe Ajaero disclosed this during an interview with Sunday PUNCH in Yola, Adamawa State. He emphasized that the NLC does not officially recognize the N500,000 and N700,000 figures being circulated as potential minimum wage amounts.
Ajaero explained that while some states suggest figures like N700,000, others propose N500,000. However, he clarified that these figures are inputs gathered at the state level and do not represent a unified stance by the NLC.
He stated, “The NLC secretariat has not made any presentation; these minimum figures come from the states. When we collate them, we’ll do a central presentation based on the raw materials we get from states.”
Ajaero emphasized the need for the minimum wage relative to the cost of living in different states, considering varying economic conditions. He highlighted differences in rent prices across states as an example of why a uniform minimum wage may not be feasible.
Meanwhile, Dr. Solomon Bulus, Chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association in Adamawa State, expressed support for implementing the N500,000 minimum wage, citing its potential to alleviate national hardship.
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