CurrentReport Blog The Federal Workers Forum (FWF) has firmly rejected the new minimum wage of N70,000, citing dissatisfaction with the N40,000 consequential increment on the salaries of federal workers. In a communique issued after a virtual meeting, the forum expressed frustration over the increasing hardship faced by Nigerians, exacerbated by the policies introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
The communique, signed by National Coordinator Comrade Andrew Emelieze, criticized the wage adjustment as “inconsequential” given the rising cost of living and inflation. The group decried the suffering of Nigerians, particularly federal workers, as prices of essential goods and fuel continue to soar.
Emelieze stated, “Nigerians are starving, dying of hunger, and contemplating suicide. The harsh policies of this administration have created unprecedented hardship. The N40,000 added to workers’ salaries does not match the over 600% increase in fuel prices.”
Copies of the communique were sent to key government officials and labor bodies, including the Senate President, Chief Justice, Minister of Labour, and the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The FWF called for urgent government intervention to reevaluate the minimum wage and address issues like promotion arrears and delayed payments.
The forum warned that failure to address the concerns of federal workers would lead to mass protests and a possible vote of no confidence in the administration.
Federal workers are calling for immediate relief measures, including the return of fuel subsidies, a review of the national minimum wage, and the payment of outstanding arrears.
