President Bola Tinubu approved a N70,000 minimum wage in July 2024, prompting states to raise worker salaries further. Lagos State increased its minimum wage to N85,000, considering the city’s high cost of living. Other states followed suit, adjusting wages above the federal mandate. The new wages aim to help workers cope with rising expenses across the country.
Lagos Leads with N85,000 Minimum Wage
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced a new minimum wage of N85,000 for Lagos workers on October 16, 2024. He also outlined plans to raise the wage further to N100,000 by January 2025. This increase is intended to ease the financial burden caused by the rising cost of living in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu’s initiative seeks to support workers amid growing economic challenges.
Ogun and Gombe Follow Suit
Governor Dapo Abiodun approved a new minimum wage of N77,000 for Ogun State civil servants. In Gombe State, the minimum wage was increased to N71,451. This wage hike in Gombe resulted from an agreement with the Nigeria Labour Congress. Both states are working to enhance worker compensation in response to economic challenges.
Ondo and Kogi Join the List
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa raised the minimum wage to N73,000 during his governorship election campaign. In Kogi State, Governor Usman Ododo implemented a N72,500 minimum wage for civil servants. Ododo also granted a one-year tax break on the new wage. Both governors aimed to support workers amid rising living costs.
Other States Considering Increases
Anambra, Katsina, and Oyo have confirmed plans to implement the N70,000 federal minimum wage. In contrast, states such as Jigawa and Bayelsa have yet to make any announcements. Workers in these states are eagerly waiting for updates on the wage increase. The lack of clarity has caused concerns about whether the new minimum wage will be implemented on time. Many are now questioning when the affected states will make their decisions.
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