- The Federal Government announced that many states and the FCT will comply with the new national minimum wage by January 2025
- Minister Muhammad Dingyadi urged patience from workers, noting that some states have partially implemented the wage while others remain non-compliant
The Federal Government has announced that many states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will comply with the new national minimum wage by January 2025.
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, disclosed this on Thursday at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja during a meeting with a delegation from the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCN).
The minister appealed for patience from workers, noting that the ministry was still gathering data on which states had complied with the new minimum wage.
According to him, reports indicate that while some states have partially implemented the new wage, about four or five states are yet to comply fully.
“The FCT said it will comply with the new minimum wage in January. But your FCT chapter is saying that they want it done right now. I am not sure whether that is fair,” the minister remarked.
He emphasized that most states had set January 2025 as their compliance target and urged workers in the FCT to align with the same timeline.
Dingyadi assured the ASCN delegation that all outstanding issues, including those related to federal agencies, the Office of the Accountant General, and the Federal Civil Service Commission, would be thoroughly examined and resolved amicably.
“You have not provided the names of federal agencies that have not complied. If you can give us a detailed list, we will be better guided to take the necessary actions,” the minister added.
The minister thanked the ASCN delegation for their visit and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring peace and stability in labor relations.
He called on union leaders to set an example by addressing concerns through peaceful dialogue and resolution.
“We are determined to do all that is required to maintain tranquility and foster a harmonious working environment,” Dingyadi concluded.