- Nigeria’s minimum wage history reflects the nation’s socio-economic struggles and the pursuit of a better life for workers
- From N125 in 1981 to N70,000 in 2024, Nigeria’s minimum wage journey highlights efforts to match wages with economic realities
- The milestones in Nigeria’s minimum wage reveal a narrative of negotiation, economic reforms, and the demand for a living wage
List of minimum wage increments in Nigerian history. Photo source: Nigerian Presidency via Angela Weiss on Getty ImagesSource: Getty Images1981: The dawn of minimum wage – N125 per Month1991: A decade later – N250 per month2000: Entering the new millennium – N5,500 per month2011: A new era – N18,900 per month2019: A Step Forward – N30,000 per monthList of Governors to pay N70,000
Eid-ul-Maulud, other public holidays Nigerians would observe in September 2024
Public holidays allow Nigerians to unwind and relax just as they take a break from work. Photo credits: BENSON IBEABUCHI/AFP, Emmanuel Osodi/Anadolu AgencySource: Getty Images1) Eid-ul-Maulud2) 2024 Edo state governorship election3) Anambra holds local government electionIsese Day: More states declare public holiday READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG More Continue reading here ▶
Ounje Eko: Cheap food market begins second phase on September 1, buy rice, beans
Lagos State launches Phase II of its ‘Ounje Eko’ Food Discount Market, expanding to 64 locations to combat rising food prices Residents can access essential food items at a 25% discount, with digital payments ensuring smooth transactions across all market locations With dedicated support, security, and a comfortable shopping experience, the initiative aims to alleviate […] More Continue reading here ▶
President Tinubu arrives China for official state visit
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Beijing for his five-day official state visit to China Tinubu arrived in Beijing on Sunday, September 1 to meet with his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping He will also hold meetings with Chinese business leaders on the sidelines of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Tinubu will meet […] More Continue reading here ▶
U.S embassy announces closure of office in Nigeria on September 2, gives reason
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, honours the contributions and achievements of American workers The U.S. diplomatic presence in Nigeria dates back to 1960, playing a significant role in […] More Continue reading here ▶
Hunger protests: Lawyer speak on way forward for Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has been commended for his address to the nation on the recently concluded nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests Titilope Anifowoshe, a public commentator, in an exclusive interview with TheTalk.NG, urged the president to let his actions speak for him Anifowoshe maintained that the real problem is not about the leadership but about the people’s […] More Continue reading here ▶
