Labour rejects N100,000 minimum wage proposal

Punchng | 01-06-2026 01:38pm |

The Nigeria Labour Congress has formally rejected the proposal by state governors to set the minimum wage at N100,000. The Labour Congress argues that this amount is insufficient in light of the current high inflation rates and the rising cost of living in the country. Instead, they are advocating for a minimum wage of N1 million to better support workers' needs. This stance highlights ongoing tensions between labor unions and government officials regarding fair compensation for employees.

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