Ondo State's APC governorship hopeful, Olugbenga Edema, is making waves with a bold proposal: ditch the ₦70,000 minimum wage!
Edema isn't just praising workers for their dedication - he's calling for a substantial raise to reflect the current economic climate. In his words, the minimum wage needs to better support the people who keep the state and country running.
While acknowledging the tough economic situation, Edema emphasizes that ₦70,000 simply isn't enough. He argues for a significant hike to at least ₦250,000 per month, which translates to roughly ₦1,250 per dollar.
Edema believes this adjustment is crucial to ensure a decent standard of living for Nigerian workers. With rising living costs, he feels the current minimum wage leaves far too many struggling.
Will Edema's stance resonate with voters? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: he's certainly sparked a conversation about the economic realities faced by Nigerian workers.