Lagos NLC demands N150,000 minimum wage for workers
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos State chapter, is demanding a minimum wage of N150,000 for Lagos State workers, following the increase in the minimum wage by the Imo and Ebonyi governments.
The chairperson of NLC in Lagos, Funmi Sesi, made the call on Thursday, while reacting to the minimum wage increase by Imo and Ebonyi governments.
Ms Sesi told journalists that there was a need for Lagos State to increase the minimum wage for its workers from the current N85,000 to N150,000 in line with economic realities.
She said that accommodation, transport, feeding and utilities were more expensive in Lagos than in other states.
The chairperson said that the minimum wage increase for Imo and Ebonyi workers was a welcome development for the labour force in Nigeria.
According to her, NLC is hopeful that all other state governments will emulate Imo and Ebonyi governments in the decision.
“The time has come for an upward review of minimum wage in Lagos. At least someone has taken the bull by the horns and opened the space.
“No one can blame Gov. Sanwo-Olu now if he implements a higher wage for Lagos workers, because we deserve a better wage and decent work conditions that will be commensurate with the economic realities in the country, especially in Lagos.
“We can’t wait for an engagement with the government with a view to approving an improved welfare package for Lagos workers,” she said.
(NAN)
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