Ekiti state governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji on Tuesday approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for workers in the state, effective December 1, 2024.
The approval followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by the state government and leaders of the organised labour in the state.
According to the MoU, the new minimum wage will cover all strata of Ekiti workers, as well as pensioners.
The wage agreement was signed on behalf of the state government by the Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi while leaders of the labour unions in the state signed on behalf of the workers.
Dr Olomojobi said Governor Oyebanji approved the template the way it was presented by the committee based on the Governor’s commitment to prioritising workers’ welfare and wellbeing.
While describing Oyebanji as a “Worker – friendly Governor” who desires the best for workers in the state, the Head of Service used the opportunity to express her appreciation to the labour leaders for their understanding, patience and dexterity in achieving the best for the civil servants.
In their separate remarks, chairmen of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state, Comrade Kolapo Olatunde; Trade Union Congress (TUC), Comrade Sola Adigun and Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), Comrade Femi Ajoloko commended Governor Oyebanji for his efforts at giving the best to Ekiti workers.