REVEALED: All the Governors that have shown intention to pay N70,000 New Minimum Wage (see list)
In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu signed into law a new national minimum wage of N70,000 on Monday, July 29, 2024, raising it from the previous N30,000.
This decision came after a series of meetings involving the Organised Labour, private sector, and federal government representatives, who ultimately failed to reach a consensus on the new wage through the Tripartite Committee.
The increase is seen as a crucial step towards addressing the rising cost of living and enhancing the welfare of Nigerian civil servants. However, the implementation of the new minimum wage at the state level has sparked mixed reactions among governors.
While some governors have expressed their willingness to implement the new wage, others have voiced concerns about their financial limitations, questioning their ability to meet the new pay standard.
Below is a list (compiled by Tribune) of some state governors who have declared their readiness to implement the new N70,000 minimum wage.
1. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (Adamawa State)
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State announced the approval of the new N70,000 minimum wage for civil servants on Monday, August 19, 2024. He described this move as a reaffirmation of his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of state workers.
2. Lucky Aiyedatiwa (Ondo State)
As the gubernatorial election in Ondo State approaches, incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, has expressed his readiness to implement the new minimum wage. This was confirmed in a statement on August 6, 2024, by Ondo State Head of Service, Mr. Bayo Philip, who emphasized that the state would comply with the federal standard under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership.
3. Ademola Adeleke (Osun State)
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has also expressed his administration’s readiness to pay the new minimum wage. On July 19, 2024, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kolapo Alimi, stated that Adeleke’s administration prioritizes worker welfare and will fully comply with the new wage law.
4. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos State)
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu assured civil servants during Workers’ Day celebrations on May 1, 2024, that his administration would implement the newly approved minimum wage. He emphasized his commitment to creating a more inclusive society where workers’ needs are prioritized.
5. Hyacinth Alia (Benue State)
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State announced his administration’s preparedness to pay the new N70,000 minimum wage. Speaking in Makurdi on July 19, 2024, he revealed that measures have been taken to ensure funds are available, including blocking financial leakages.
6. Abdullahi Sule (Nasarawa State)
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State expressed his administration’s willingness to pay the new minimum wage. On August 6, 2024, his Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs, Comrade Peter Ahemba, confirmed the governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare. Governor Sule also announced that promotions from 2019 to 2023 would be implemented. However, he cautioned that the full implementation of the new wage might take up to two years due to financial constraints. He explained that if the wage increase adds N800 million to monthly expenses, the state may not have the capacity to immediately meet this obligation.
7. Babagana Zulum (Borno State)
In an interview with the Nigerian Tribune on July 21, 2024, Inuwa Yusuf, Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress in Borno State, revealed that Governor Babagana Zulum has expressed his willingness to implement the new N70,000 minimum wage. He emphasized that the governor is committed to aligning with the Federal Government’s wage standard for civil servants in the state.
8. Seyi Makinde (Oyo State)
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, through his Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, stated on July 29, 2024, that paying the new N70,000 minimum wage would not pose a significant challenge for the state government. Mr. Olanrewaju recalled that during the 2024 Workers’ Day celebration, the governor had promised to adhere to whatever national minimum wage was set, and that commitment remains firm.
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President Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi outing
President Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi outing
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after participating in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2026).
Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja.
The president attended the summit alongside some members of his cabinet.
On the sidelines of the summit, Nigeria signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The agreement is aimed at deepening economic cooperation, boosting bilateral trade and investment, and enhancing technology transfer.
It will also expand collaboration in key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, agriculture, mining and renewable energy.
In his address at the summit, Tinubu announced that Nigeria and the UAE would jointly host INVESTOPIA in Lagos in February.
The initiative is designed to attract global investors and accelerate sustainable investment inflows into Nigeria.
Tinubu also said Nigeria targets mobilising up to $30 billion annually in climate and green industrial finance.
He said the funds would support energy transition reforms and expand nationwide access to electricity. (NAN)
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APC clears air on receiving letter of defection from another State Governor
APC clears air on receiving letter of defection from another State Governor
The Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied receiving a letter from Gov. Dauda Lawal seeking to defect to the party.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that there were speculations across the state over Lawal’s move to defect to APC.
A statement issued in Gusau on Saturday by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris, described the speculations as fabricated.
“The party came across a fabricated report purported to have emanated from one Tambarin Gusau claiming that Go Dauda Lawal has sent a letter to the party wanting to join the APC.
“The report is malicious, unfortunate, unfounded, mischievous and showed the unprofessional manner which some people can go in misleading others and causing chaos in a stable and a peaceful party like the APC.
“The APC has responsible channels where everything is done in a guided manner,” Idris said.
According to him, the party has not received any letter from Lawal as claimed through the imagination of the writer nor was the party aware of any recent moves by the governor to defect from the PDP to the APC.
“All members of the party and indeed the public especially in Zamfara should therefore disregard such report.,” Idris added.(NAN)
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282 Passengers safe as plane makes emergency landing in Lagos
282 Passengers safe as plane makes emergency landing in Lagos
A Qatar Airways passenger plane on Friday made an emergency landing at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos after developing a technical fault mid-flight.
The aircraft, which had 248 passengers and 12 crew members on board, was forced to land abruptly after the malfunction was detected while it was operating within Nigerian airspace.
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement released by its Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu.
According to him, the agency was alerted to the situation through its 767 and 112 toll-free emergency lines, prompting an immediate response from emergency officials.
He explained that upon receiving the distress call, the LASEMA Response Team (LRT) was swiftly deployed to the airport to assess the situation and provide necessary support.
“Upon arrival at the scene, the LASEMA Response Team confirmed that the aircraft was in distress,” the statement noted.
“The pilot executed a safe landing on the runway at Murtala Mohammed International Airport with LASEMA Response Team and other emergency responders standing by on extreme high alert on the runway.
“Collaborative efforts of the multi-agency responders were coordinated. After proper check by the pilot and the engineering crew, the aircraft was moved to the apron for detailed inspection and prompt repairs.”
“All passengers of the distressed airplane were evacuated safely; no injuries reported, no loss of lives,” the statement said.
Despite the technical issue and the emergency landing, the agency stated that there was the aircraft experienced no major damage.
“The aircraft has been secured on the apron. Recovery activities have been completed,” the statement added.
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