Ogun State Governor enacts ₦77,000 minimum wage for civil servants, highest in Nigeria.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has enacted a minimum wage of ₦77,000 for civil servants, effective immediately. This decision, hailed as the highest in Nigeria, follows discussions with labor leaders. The governor urged the private sector to adopt similar measures to enhance workers' living standards. The new wage will be tax-exempt. The state's Head of Service expressed hope that this initiative will improve worker morale and loyalty to state policies.
October 14, 2024
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