Enugu Governor Increases Minimum Wage to N80,000
The governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, emerged as the first governor in the southeast to increase the minimum wage above N70,000. The governor has approved a new minimum wage for all workers in the state including local government employees to N80,000. This is effective from October 2024.
This was announced after a meeting with labour leaders and the state's committee on implementation of minimum wage. Governor Mbah reiterated that for the state to actualize its economic ideals and reduce poverty, there was a need to inspire workers.