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The Federal Government has stated that the recommendations from the Tripartite Committee on the new minimum wage offer a balanced and practical solution to the various challenges facing the nation’s workforce.
Naija News reports that the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, announced this on Monday in Abuja during a one-day retreat on “Labour Reforms and the Quest for Living Wage in Nigeria: A Focus on Legislative Intervention,” organized by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS).
The event was attended by Chairmen and Members of the Joint Senate and House Committees on Employment, Labour, and Productivity.
Onyejeocha highlighted that the committee’s submissions serve as a blueprint for actionable reforms aimed at driving sustainable improvements in labour conditions across the country.
She reiterated the current administration’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s labour landscape to ensure every worker is respected, protected, and fairly compensated.
Onyejeocha urged lawmakers to pass legislation that reflects the needs of the country’s labour force, promotes productivity and growth, and imposes appropriate penalties on violators of labour laws.
“The Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is unwavering in its dedication to ensuring that all workers are treated with dignity, work in safe environments, and earn a living wage. Our vision is clear: to create a labour market that is fair, equitable, and capable of sustaining the aspirations of every Nigerian worker,” Onyejeocha said.
She emphasized the importance of the Tripartite Committee, which includes representatives from the government, organized private sector, and organized labour, and its comprehensive engagement with stakeholders on the issue of a new national minimum wage.
“The committee’s comprehensive submissions to Mr. President reflect a balanced and realistic approach to addressing the myriad challenges faced by our workforce. These submissions are not just recommendations; they are a blueprint for actionable reforms that will drive sustainable improvements in labour conditions across the country,” she added.
One of the key initiatives from the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment is the Labour and Employment Empowerment Program (LEEP), which represents a holistic approach to labour reform, with a specific focus on labour reforms and compliance.
Onyejeocha acknowledged the critical role of legislative intervention and stressed the need for standing committees and the Parliament to enact laws that protect and empower workers.
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