Latest nigeria news on minimum wage

Here are the latest news updates on the minimum wage in Nigeria:

Latest Development:

• The Nigerian government has finally signed the new minimum wage bill into law, increasing the minimum wage from N18,000 to N30,000 per month. The signing of the bill was announced by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, on April 18, 2020.
• The new minimum wage will take effect from April 18, 2020, and will apply to all federal government employees, as well as those in the private sector.

Background:

• The minimum wage debate in Nigeria has been ongoing for several years, with various stakeholders calling for an increase in the minimum wage to reflect the current economic realities in the country.
• In 2018, the Nigerian government set up a tripartite committee to negotiate a new minimum wage, which was expected to be implemented in 2019.
• However, the implementation of the new minimum wage was delayed due to disagreements between the government and labour unions over the amount of the increase.

Key Provisions:

• The new minimum wage bill provides for a monthly minimum wage of N30,000 for all federal government employees, as well as those in the private sector.
• The bill also provides for a review of the minimum wage every five years to ensure that it keeps pace with inflation and other economic factors.
• The bill also provides for the establishment of a National Minimum Wage Committee to oversee the implementation of the new minimum wage.

Reactions:

• The labour unions in Nigeria have welcomed the signing of the new minimum wage bill, describing it as a major victory for workers in the country.
• The Nigerian Governors' Forum has also welcomed the new minimum wage, but has expressed concerns over the ability of states to implement the new wage without affecting their finances.
• The private sector has also welcomed the new minimum wage, but has expressed concerns over the potential impact on business operations and employment.

Next Steps:

• The implementation of the new minimum wage will begin immediately, with the federal government expected to issue a circular to all federal government agencies and parastatals.
• The private sector is also expected to implement the new minimum wage, with employers expected to adjust their salaries and benefits accordingly.
• The National Minimum Wage Committee will also be established to oversee the implementation of the new minimum wage and ensure that it is implemented fairly and transparently.

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