The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a firm stance in support of organised labour, urging it not to accept anything less than ₦120,000 as the national minimum wage.
This advice comes amidst ongoing strikes that have seen significant disruptions across Nigeria. The Federal Government, however, has proposed a ₦60,000 minimum wage, a figure sharply criticized by the PDP.
Speaking to Punch, PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Abdullahi, accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of insincerity in its wage negotiations with labour unions.
“The Federal Government’s handling of the minimum wage negotiations reflects its broader financial mismanagement and extravagance. They absolutely have the means to implement a minimum wage of at least ₦120,000,” Abdullahi stated.
In contrast, the APC has condemned the PDP’s position as unpatriotic, arguing that such high demands could further strain the nation’s economy.
The APC insists that their proposed ₦60,000 is a realistic appraisal of the current economic realities and fiscal capabilities of the country.
The ongoing strike, initiated by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trades Union Congress (TUC), began after labour leaders rejected the government’s offer, demanding ₦494,000 instead.
