JUST IN: Sanwo-Olu approves implementation of N35,000 new Minimum Wage

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has officially approved
the payment of N35,000 new minimum wage to workers under
government’s employ beginning from this month.

A circular issued by the Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola on
Wednesday said Sanwo-Olu, in his determination to improve the
welfare and wellbeing of public servants in Lagos State, had
graciously approved the implementation of the new minimum wage with
effect from 1st November, 2019.

The HOS said the salaries for the month of November was being
delayed beyond the usual 23rd day cycle in order to adequately
process payment of the new minimum wage.

He said government had agreed to pay GL. 01-06=N35,000.09;. GL.
07=30%; GL. 08-10=25%; GL. 12-14=22.5% and GL. 15-17=20%.

According to Muri-Okunola, “kindly note that the payment of
salaries for the month of November 2019 is delayed beyond the usual
23rd-day cycle in order to adequately process payment of the new
minimum wage. The consequential increase of the new minimum wage in
Lagos State for Senior and Management grade level is as follows:
GL. 07=30%; GL. 08-10=25%; GL. 12-14=22.5% and GL. 15-17=20%.

“Accordingly, it should be noted that that approved minimum wage
and consequential adjustments are more than the federal
government’s approved recommendation, which further demonstrates
this administration’s commitment to staff welfare.”

He, therefore, enjoined public servants to show more commitment,
dedication and selflessness in the delivery of qualitative service
to Lagosians.

“By this action, public servant are thus enjoined to show more
commitment, dedication and selflessness in the delivery of
qualitative service to the citizens of Lagos State, whose
fulfillment of tax obligations largely contribute to payment of
these salaries.

“In addition, public servants are expected to give unalloyed
support to the state government’s agenda, as we collectively strive
to actualise set goals,” he said.