The Cross River State Government and organised labour unions have successfully reached an agreement to implement a new national minimum wage of ₦70,000. This resolution was reached during a marathon meeting that began on Saturday and concluded late on Sunday.
The discussions involved key stakeholders, including representatives from the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), and other members of the minimum wage committee established by Governor Bassey Otu.
In a statement made to Vanguard via telephone on Sunday night, the Chairman of the TUC, Comrade Monday Ogbodum, confirmed the agreement. “Yes, we have reached an understanding,” he affirmed.
When asked about the possibility of the industrial action scheduled to commence on Monday, December 2nd, Ogbodum explained, “There will be a congress meeting tomorrow (Monday) to decide on the next steps for the unions.“
This agreement marks a significant step forward for workers in Cross River State, aligning with broader efforts to address wage disparities and improve living standards across Nigeria.
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