Oyo govt finally begins payment of N80k new minimum wage to workers

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  • The Oyo State government deposited a total sum of N12 billion into the pockets of its workers on Friday, January 24, indicating the commencement of the new minimum wage
  • TheTalk.NG reports that the minimum wage is the lowest compensation that an employer is statutorily required to pay the lowest-paid worker in its establishment within a specific period, to ensure a reasonable standard of living
  • In a statement on Saturday, January 25, by Dotun Oyelade, commissioner for information and orientation, the N12 billion paid on Friday, January 24, was a result of a promise kept by Governor Seyi Makinde

The Seyi Makinde-led Oyo government, on Friday, January 24, 2025, paid a total sum of N12 billion to the state government workers.
Photo credit: Seyi MakindeSource: FacebookMinimum wage: Oyo workers delightedYes, the new minimum wage was paid on Friday, just like the governor promised us. We were a bit surprised and happy at the same time.May the Lord bless and uplift our people-loving governor to greater heights in governance. I wish we have him at the helm of affairs at the topmost post.We thank the governor. My wife received her first salary based on the new minimum wage yesterday (Friday, January 24). Aside from enhancing the familys standard of living, it will also put dignity to her labour in her teaching job.”Minimum wage: Several states set to meet implementation deadline

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