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Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has raised the minimum wage for Edo workers from N70,000 to N75,000 to further improve their standard of living.

The governor announced this during his May Day speech at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin.

The governor, while appreciating Edo workers’ contributions to the state’s development, said his istration would always look for ways to improve the welfare of Edo workers.

“Today, I am proud to announce that our istration has approved a new minimum wage of N75,000 per month for all Edo workers.

“It’s our way of saying thank you, Edo workers. We believe this makes a real difference, and we count on your dedication to a better Edo.

“Since taking office, my istration has prioritised workers’ welfare.

” One early action was converting over 1,000 casual workers, including cleaners, into permanent civil service employees,” he said.

Okpebholo disclosed that his istration had also hired 500 teachers, adding that he was reviewing over 3,000 casual teachers for full employment.

“We also approved recruitment of 450 clinical and non-clinical hospital staff and regularised 126 contract workers at Edo State Specialist Hospital for stability and growth,” he added.

The governor also disclosed that his istration had cleared outstanding salary arrears owed to Edo Polytechnic staff.

“In the judiciary, judges whose appointments were delayed have been properly sworn in and are now actively performing their constitutional duties without further istrative hindrances.

“To prove our commitment, we approved health insurance for retirees because we believe must continue after workers leave active service,” the governor said.

Okpebholo reiterated his istration’s dedication to prompt salary and pension payments, structured recruitment, workers’ welfare and professional development

“As we celebrate today, I President Tinubu and fellow governors in wishing Nigerian workers a peaceful, fulfilling celebration. Your efforts build our nation daily.”

Acting NLC Chairman, Edo chapter, Comrade Bernard Egwekhide, praised Governor Okpebholo for laudable policies that ease the hardship experienced by workers and pensioners across the state.

He said the theme, “Reclaiming the Civil Space Amid Economic Hardship,” was appropriate and highlighted the critical issues faced by Nigerian workers in today’s tough economy.

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/okpebholo-approves-new-minimum-wage-of-n75000-for-edo-workers/

Good one
Eventhough it's still poor

Add N10k to make the difference

The N5k still.not bad though

How many times will minimum wage be approved for Edo workers ?

Obaseki was the first to announce 70k before negotiation was concluded with the FG

All this stupid people always take Nigerians for granted. You increased salary with just 5k with this current economy right ? Ozuo

This amount is confusing me.

😂😂
Forget the headline up there. This is the real headline: Edo governor increases minimum wage by 5,000 for Edo civil servants

Jestin:
All this stupid people always take Nigerians for granted. You increased salary with just 5k with this current economy right ? Ozuo

Not much but better than nothing.

And if he increases it by N5000 every year until the end of his first term, Edo State minimum wage will be N90,000. This approach will be better for workers.

I think many States can afford a small but increamental yearly increase rather than waiting for national.minimum wage that is set every 3 or 4 years.

Lamba

meum:
😂😂
Forget the headline up there. This is the real headline: Edo governor increases minimum wage by 5,000 for Edo civil servants

The perfect headline.

Hope say him dun pay first one

this man face is annoying

LegendHero:

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/okpebholo-approves-new-minimum-wage-of-n75000-for-edo-workers/

when Lagos State is slashing salaries, civil servants in Lagos can testify how their salaries were halved.

LegendHero:

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/okpebholo-approves-new-minimum-wage-of-n75000-for-edo-workers/

Hehe. Mr Okpebholo is on a roll. He had to do his own and top Mr Obaseki by 5k.

Which one Obaseki approved before his tenure expired abi na audio?

If this news had been about Abia state increasing minimum wage to 75k, most of the hypocrites and deceptive people crying on this thread would have been applauding the gesture rather than condemning it. They’re all Obidients and nothing is ever good in their eyes unless it is done by a politician who is in LP, an Igbo, or one who is perceived to be anti-Tinubu.
You’re doomed if you’re dull enough for them to be able to gaslight you

Yeah

This guy will be a great governor from what I'm seeing

Na one chance we enter for edo state

Jestin:
All this stupid people always take Nigerians for granted. You increased salary with just 5k with this current economy right ? Ozuo

na mumu dey worry you ooo . If he doesn't nothing go happen ..

I even read obaseki implemented 85k for edo, one time like dat. Am now confused!

Maxymilliano:
How many times will minimum wage be approved for Edo workers ?

Obaseki was the first to announce 70k before negotiation was concluded with the FG

And Alex Otti is still paying 30k minimum wage.

God bless Edo state

LegendHero:

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/okpebholo-approves-new-minimum-wage-of-n75000-for-edo-workers/

If you are a young guy and complaining about minimum wage then you probably deserve it. What will a young man do with 75k? It's better you go learn some trade skills instead of waiting for 75k/month. A vibrant young man will not be earning minimum wage? Or is that what college graduates receive in Nigeria? Isn't it level 8?

PDPdestroyer:
If this news had been about Abia state increasing minimum wage to 75k, most of the hypocrites crying on this thread would have been applauding the gesture rather than condemning it. They’re all Obidients and nothing is ever good in their eyes unless it is done by a politician who is in LP, an Igbo, or one who is perceived to be anti-Tinubu.
You’re doomed if you’re dull enough for them to be able to gaslight you

I agree 💯💯 with you

Maxymilliano:
How many times will minimum wage be approved for Edo workers ?

Obaseki was the first to announce 70k before negotiation was concluded with the FG

can't you read. The governor said from 70k to 75k

Izuchukwu70:


If you are a young guy and complaining about minimum wage then you probably deserve it. What will a young man do with 75k? It's better you go learn some trade skills instead of waiting for 75k/month. A vibrant young man will not be earning minimum wage? Or is that what college graduates receive in Nigeria? Isn't it level 8?

No worker in the civil service earn minimum wage. Even if you have, they are not up to 1%.

They only just talk of minimum wage to know how to adjust the regular salaries of the rest.

LegendHero:

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/okpebholo-approves-new-minimum-wage-of-n75000-for-edo-workers/

This is only Nigeria governor's who makes workers happy....

But somebody are not happy because Edo governor is APC.

Far above 5k increase, Mr governor you have done well than LP governor.

You're free to insult me, insult make democracy strong.

Is the 5k for Eba or what

PDPdestroyer:
If this news had been about Abia state increasing minimum wage to 75k, most of the hypocrites and deceptive people crying on this thread would have been applauding the gesture rather than condemning it. They’re all Obidients and nothing is ever good in their eyes unless it is done by a politician who is in LP, an Igbo, or one who is perceived to be anti-Tinubu.
You’re doomed if you’re dull enough for them to be able to gaslight you

Who should we hold responsible for your foolishness?
How did the words 'Abia', 'Obidiends', 'LP' and 'Igbo' found their way into the topic?

Olaremedy:



This is only Nigeria governor's who makes workers happy....

But somebody are not happy because Edo governor is APC.

Far above 5k increase, Mr governor you have done well than LP governor.

You're free to insult me, insult make democracy strong.

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Omo!
See IQ!


Terribly low.

Izuchukwu70:


If you are a young guy and complaining about minimum wage then you probably deserve it. What will a young man do with 75k? It's better you go learn some trade skills instead of waiting for 75k/month. A vibrant young man will not be earning minimum wage? Or is that what college graduates receive in Nigeria? Isn't it level 8?

Minimum wage is for level 1 - level 1 is basically messengers with no form of certification at all (and I doubt if there are workers on level 1 and 2 in Nigeria.

Graduates start from Level 8 and with a 70k minimum wage, nobody on level 8 should earn less than 150k