MINIMUM WAGE: 7 key takeaways from emergency meeting of Nigeria Governors

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum on Wednesday night held an emergency meeting to discuss issues around a new national minimum wage among others.

After the meeting, that lasted into the early hours of Thursday, Ahmed Salihu, the NGF acting director of media issued a communique to reflect the governors’ position.

Below are seven key takeaways from the communique:

1. World Bank Programmes:
– The governors discussed various World Bank programmes being implemented in the states.
– These programmes include HOPE, Food and Nutrition Security, NFWP-SU, NG-CARES, SABER, and SPIN.

The governors expressed willingness to support the programmes for effective implementation.

2. Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms:
– The governors received a briefing from the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee.

The committee sought input and support from the governors on proposals impacting subnational governments.

The governors pledged support for the successful implementation of the reforms.

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3. World Bank-Nigeria for Women Project Scale-Up:
The governors received a presentation on the project from the Ministry of Women Affairs.

They acknowledged the project’s importance and emphasized implementation at the state level.

The governors recognized the Ministry’s contributions to gender equality, women’s empowerment, and social development.

4. New National Minimum Wage:
The governors discussed the new national minimum wage.

They agreed to continue engaging with stakeholders to reach a mutually agreeable solution.

The governors assured that better wages will result from the ongoing negotiations.

5. Collaboration and Support:
The governors demonstrated their commitment to collaboration and support for various initiatives.

They expressed willingness to work with the World Bank, the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, and the Ministry of Women Affairs.

6. Gender Equality and Social Development:

The governors acknowledged the importance of gender equality and social development.

They recognized the contributions of the Ministry of Women Affairs in these areas.

7. Economic Development:
The governors discussed initiatives aimed at promoting economic development.

They showed support for programmes aimed at improving the economy and livelihoods.

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