Reps react as Tinubu announces new minimum wage, fresh details emerge

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has assured that the House will take expedited action on the National Minimum Wage Bill once it receives it from the executive arm of the government.

He gave this assurance as he hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for agreeing to pay Nigerian workers N70,000.

As reported by Vanguard, the Speaker noted that President Tinubu’s action has shown that he is a compassionate and empathic leader who cares about the welfare of the citizens.

In a statement by his special adviser on media and publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas, said:

“This significant agreement with organised labour reflects the President’s profound understanding, and sensitivity to the challenges facing Nigerian workers, aligning seamlessly with his Renewed Hope agenda.”

Speaking further, Abbas said the new national minimum wage would go a long way in ameliorating the plight of average Nigerians.

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“I am elated by the action of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the minimum wage. He has demonstrated good leadership by acceding to a national minimum wage of N70,000.“President Tinubu’s proactive approach in addressing the pressing issues within the labour sector is commendable. His acceptance to also meet the demands of university unions concerning unpaid salaries further demonstrates his unwavering commitment to fostering a fair and just working environment for all Nigerians.”

Source: Legit.ng