Edo State Governor Boosts Minimum Wage to N70,000 as Inflation Soars in Nigeria

Edo State Governor Boosts Minimum Wage to N70,000 as Inflation Soars in Nigeria

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State announced an increase in the minimum wage to N70,000, set to take effect on May 1st, 2024, in a significant move against the backdrop of escalating national inflation, which reached 33.2% in March. As Nigeria faces ongoing fuel scarcity due to importation and licensing delays, we also cover the crucial…

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