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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced an 86% salary increase for state workers, beginning on 1 January 2025, as part of the implementation of a new minimum wage.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, during a meeting with Comrade Kayode Martins, the state chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), on Tuesday.
According to Oyelade, the revised minimum wage of ₦80,000 will push the state’s monthly wage bill from ₦6.4 billion to ₦11.9 billion. This means that Oyo State will now spend over ₦143 billion annually on salaries and wages.
The commissioner emphasised that Governor Makinde remains steadfast in prioritising the welfare of workers without neglecting the needs of the broader population and critical sectors of the state. Oyelade described the governor’s approach to labour relations as unprecedented, noting that Makinde had previously resolved long-standing promotion issues by implementing a proactive four-year promotion plan for workers.
In response, Comrade Martins commended the governor’s commitment to the welfare of workers, describing the new ₦80,000 minimum wage as more favourable than similar adjustments in other states and at the federal level. He praised Makinde for his consistent support, calling him a “workers’ governor.”
Martins also highlighted Oyo’s leadership in labour matters, noting that the state was the first to adopt the former ₦30,000 minimum wage and has already begun discussions with labour leaders to ensure the smooth implementation of the new wage structure.
The announcement further cements Makinde’s reputation as a progressive leader dedicated to improving the livelihoods of state employees.
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