Minimum Wage: Jubilation as Nigerian Gov Approves over ₦70k, Mentions When Alerts Will Enter

• Ahmed Ododo, the governor of Kogi state, has approved the payment of ₦72,500 minimum wage for workers in the state
• Governor Ododo's action followed the submission of the Minimum Wage Committee report on Monday, October 7
• The governor also announced that the payment of the newly approved minimum wage would commence in October, ending

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi state has made a significant move to improve the welfare of workers by approving a new minimum wage of ₦72,500 naira, effective immediately.

This development comes after Elijah Evinemi, the chairman of the Minimum Wage Committee, presented the committee's report to the governor at the Government House in Lokoja.

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Nigerian Tribune reported that the governor stated that this decision was not a favour but rather a right of the workers, and his administration remains committed to prioritizing their welfare.

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The new minimum wage will take effect this October, and the governor has also suspended withholding tax from civil servants' salaries for one year.

Ododo, a former labour leader and civil servant, understands the challenges workers face and is determined to provide relief within the state's resources. He acknowledged his humble background and pledged not to use his position to oppress anyone, instead working to better the lives of the people.

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The governor also recognised the collaborative efforts of labour leaders and the government in conducting staff audit screenings to ensure that only genuine workers benefit from this new wage. He urged labour leaders to continue leading with sincerity to maintain harmony between the state and the union.

In his address, Governor Ododo commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the minimum wage for federal workers and stated that Kogi State would follow the president's lead.

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Ododo spotted at PDP governors' gala night

Legit.ng earlier reported that APC Governor Ododo of Kogi state has stirred reactions from Nigerians on social media after appearing at a PDP governors' forum gala night.

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa state took to social media on Saturday, August 24, and shared pictures from the event.

According to Fintiri, the event happened on Friday, August 23, in Plateau, a few hours after the Supreme Court upheld Ododo's victory in the November election.

Proofread by Kola Muhammed, journalist and copyeditor at Legit.ng

Source: Legit.ng