The National Assembly is reportedly working on legislation to enforce sanctions on states that fail to comply with the new minimum wage set by the federal government. Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, announced that the assembly aims to create a "watertight" bill that will ensure compliance from all states, sub-national entities, and private sectors. Adaramodu emphasized that the legislation will be comprehensive and carry consequences for non-compliance.
When asked about the timeline for passing the minimum wage bill, Adaramodu stated that it could be done within 30 minutes if necessary, pending consensus between the federal government and organized labor. He expressed confidence that an agreement will be reached, and the bill will receive swift passage once it is presented to the National Assembly.
The senator emphasized that the legislation is crucial for the benefit of Nigerian workers and will be treated with urgency. He also highlighted that the National Assembly will engage with various stakeholders, including legislators, organized labor, and the private sector, to ensure a collaborative approach to creating an effective minimum wage law.
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