Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, has approved a new minimum wage of seventy-two thousand five hundred naira for civil servants in the state, with immediate effect.
In addition, the Governor announced the suspension of taxes on the approved amount for one year.
Ododo shared the update on Monday following the signing of the agreement on the new minimum wage.
Read Also: Governor Bala Mohammed Makes Fresh Revelations On Fubara Hours After Witnessing Swearing In Of Newly Elected LG Chairmen In Rivers
“The new minimum wage of seventy-two thousand five hundred naira should take immediate effect to enable it to cope with the current situation in the country,” the governor said.
Mr. Elijah Evenemi, Chairman of the Minimum Wage Committee, emphasized that the agreement on the minimum wage is a triumph not for any political party, but for the benefit of the masses.
He expressed gratitude to the governor for allowing the committee the freedom to operate and work toward a shared objective.
On July 18, 2024, President Bola Tinubu approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for Nigerian workers and committed to reviewing the national minimum wage law every three years.
For More Information And News Update, Join Informant Online WhatsApp Channel With Link Below:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaihFajBadmT29ufud2Z
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaihFajBadmT29ufud2Z
