N85,000 minimum wage shows Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to workers’ welfare – TUC

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), Lagos State Chapter, has described the approval of N85,000 minimum wage as a demonstration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to addressing workers’ welfare in the state. Chairman of TUC in the state, Mr Gbenga Ekundayo, and Secretary, Mr Aladetan Abiodun, stated this in a statement issued on Friday [...]N85,000 minimum wage shows Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to workers’ welfare – TUC

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Daily Post Nigeria N85,000 minimum wage shows Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to workers’ welfare – TUC Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News N85,000 minimum wage shows Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to workers’ welfare – TUC Published on October 18, 2024 By Nsikak Nseyen The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), Lagos State Chapter, has described the approval of N85,000 minimum wage as a demonstration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to addressing workers’ welfare in the state. Chairman of TUC in the state, Mr Gbenga Ekundayo, and Secretary, Mr Aladetan Abiodun, stated this in a statement issued on Friday in Lagos. The duo, while acknowledging the minimum wage pronouncement, commended the governor for recognising the need to review the current minimum wage.

“While we have taken note of the N85,000 offer, we look forward to the upcoming meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, where we will commence discussions on this important matter. “Organised Labour remains hopeful that through constructive dialogue, we can arrive at a more robust outcome that reflects both the economic realities of Lagos and the contributions of its workers,’’ they said.



The union leaders, who expressed optimism over the upcoming discussions, said that principles of good faith, fairness, and mutual respect would guide the negotiations. “We are ready to work collaboratively with the government to ensure that the outcome is both beneficial to the workers and sustainable for the state. “We remain committed to ensuring that this process upholds the highest standards of transparency and accountability.

“The welfare of workers is paramount, and we trust that our engagement with the government will result in an outcome that truly reflects the value of its workforce and the need to improve their living conditions,” they added. Related Topics: Sanwo-Olu TUC Don't Miss Tunji-Ojo advocates enlightenment on code of conduct for public servants You may like N85,000 minimum wage unexpected — Lagos union reacts Minimum wage: Lagos will pay workers N85,000 — Sanwo-Olu Hardship: Nigerian Govt, NLC, TUC meet over fuel price, others Edo 2024: Davido, Governor Sanwo-Olu’s SSA Jubril Gawat fight dirty Gov Sanwo-Olu reopens rehabilitated Odo Iya Alaro Bridge, warns against vandalism Removal of subsidy not cause of fuel price hike – TUC President, Osifo Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltd.