Minimum Wage: Nasarawa workers set for indefinite strike from Monday

Organized labour in Nasarawa State is preparing for an indefinite strike due to the state government’s delay in implementing the new national minimum wage.

The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state, Comrade Ismaila Okoh, revealed in a telephone interview with Radio Nigeria that despite several meetings, including those chaired by Deputy Governor Dr. Emmanuel Akabe, no formal agreement has been reached.

Comrade Okoh stated, “The government verbally committed to a ₦70,500 minimum wage but failed to provide a written agreement specifying payment terms.” He added that all affiliate unions have been alerted and are ready to strike if the new wage is not implemented by December 1, 2024.

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“The workers are resolute. We are ready to take all necessary steps to ensure the full implementation of the minimum wage signed into law by President Bola Tinubu,” Okoh emphasized.

In response, Deputy Governor Dr. Emmanuel Akabe assured that the state would commence payment of the ₦70,500 minimum wage in December 2024, noting that negotiations on salary adjustments are in advanced stages.

With the deadline looming and no formal agreement, the Nasarawa State government faces increasing pressure to avert industrial action that could disrupt the state’s workforce.