ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Despite that the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage has not concluded its discussions, the Federal Government of Nigeria has reassured workers that they will not experience any loss, as the new minimum wage is scheduled to take effect from May 1, 2024.
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This was announced by the Minister of State Labour, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, on Wednesday while addressing Nigerian workers at the May Day celebration at the Eagle Square in Abuja.
She said although the new national minimum wage was not available before May 1, extensive consultations are being held to guarantee that the document is released as soon as possible.a
It was gathered that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) chairman, Joe Ajaero suggested a N615,000 living wage for workers.