Labour Congress Calls on States to Adopt Imo state ₦104,000 Minimum Wage

The Labour Congress (LC) has urged state governments across Nigeria to take a cue from Imo State, which recently approved a ₦104,000 minimum wage for its workers.

Speaking on the development, labour leaders described the move as “a bold step towards easing the economic hardship facing civil servants.” They argued that with rising inflation, food prices, and transport costs, the current national minimum wage is no longer realistic for the average Nigerian worker.

The LC stressed that adopting Imo’s model could set a positive precedent, compelling other states to prioritize workers’ welfare and address the widening gap between salaries and the actual cost of living.

Analysts note, however, that implementing such a wage across all states may be difficult due to varying revenue levels. While oil-producing or industrial states may be able to afford the increase, less-endowed states could struggle without additional federal support or reforms in revenue allocation.

For many workers, the call offers hope that a fairer wage system is possible if governments are willing to re-order their priorities. In simple terms, the Labour Congress is saying: if Imo can do it, other states should find ways to do the same