President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that the previously proposed N25,000 salary increment will now be applicable to all Nigerian workers. This decision follows the initial declaration made during his Independence Day speech, where he had initially specified the increment for low-grade workers.
President Tinubu clarified that this adjustment is part of his administration's efforts to provide a safety net for the potential challenges posed by the removal of fuel subsidies. The move aims to alleviate the financial burden on Nigerian workers across various income levels.
The development was made public on Sunday night through a statement by the President's Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. This announcement comes amidst heightened tensions over the threatened nationwide strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC).
The decision to extend the salary increment to all workers is seen as a proactive measure by the government to address the concerns raised by labor unions and to prevent the impending strike action. It is expected to provide much-needed relief for workers at different income levels and contribute to social stability during this transitional period.
As this development unfolds, there will likely be further discussions and negotiations between the government and labor unions to ensure the effective implementation of this salary increment policy and to address other related issues.
