ABSG , ORGANIZED LABOUR SIGN MINIMUM WAGE AGREEMENT
Abia State Government (ABSG) and the organized labour have signed the agreement on the implementation of the new national minimum wage of N70,000 and the consequential adjustments.
In his speech, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti expressed confidence that the gesture would be appreciated by the workers through ensuring higher productivity in the state public service.
The Governor represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba thanked members of the Organized Labour for the level of maturity they displayed while the entire process lasted and described the outcome of the negotiation as a “win – win” situation.
He gave assurances of the immediate commencement of the payment of the minimum wage.
“We also want to assure that effective this month of October this new minimum wage begins.
“That implies that Abia State workers will be receiving their salaries reflecting the new national minimum wage.
“That is to say that those at the lowest level, that’s Grade Level One Step One will receive a minimum of 70,000 Naira.” Otti stated.
Responding, the leader of the Organized Labour team and state Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congres (NLC), Abia State chapter, Comrade Ogbonnaya Okoro thanked Governor Alex Otti, all government officials, Organized Labour and its technical team for keeping vigil for the implementation of the minimum wage and appreciated Abia workers for their patience.
“Today , the 29th day of October, 2024 marks another land mark in the implementation of the new minimum wage.
“We want to appreciate His Excellency for this giant stride. For being one of the first to implement the agreement between the Labour and government”.
In her vote of thanks, the State Head of Service, Dr. Ngozi Queen Obioma expressed her happiness over the signing of the new national minimum wage and its consequential adjustment and pledged the continuous loyalty and efficient service delivery of the the civil and public servants in the State.
“We want to thank our Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR for the unprecedented magnanimity and a fatherly heart he has displayed in a moment like this for my constituency, that is the civil and public servants,” Dr.
Obioma stated.
