ABUJA: The Federal Government has announced intentions to review the national minimum wage, acknowledging that the current $N70,000$ benchmark is no longer sustainable under current economic conditions. The decision comes less than two years after President Bola Tinubu enacted the wage increase from $N30,000$ in July 2024, which also shortened the mandatory review period from five years to three years.

Speaking at the 2026 Good Governance Summit organized by Working People United (WoPU) in Abuja, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, stated that the administration recognizes the continuous rise in the cost of living. He assured that the government intends to approach the upcoming wage review as a partner to organized labor rather than an adversary. Gbajabiamila also called on labor unions to prioritize continuous dialogue over confrontation to achieve the best outcomes for both workers and the national economy.

The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, emphasized that effective governance is measured by its tangible impact on citizens' lives rather than official policy documents. He noted that state initiatives must actively translate into better living standards, higher productivity, social protection, and expanded economic opportunities for the workforce.

Supporting this stance, the National Coordinator of WoPU, Williams Akporeha, highlighted workers as the primary drivers of national development, productivity, and economic stability. He framed the summit as a critical collaborative platform for various labor sectors aimed at advancing national growth and improving public welfare.