The Oyo state government and the Organized Labour Unions have begun negotiation on the implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage as approved by the Federal government.

The meeting will also look at the consequential adjustment and the implementation of the approved wage increase to reflect the new structure.

The Oyo state President of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Comrade Adeogun Ayobami disclosed this to newsmen shortly after the first sitting of both labor and the state government at the weekend.

He disclosed that the meeting was held at the heels of the recent pronouncement by the Oyo State Governor, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde of the readiness of Oyo State Government to implement ?70,000 minimum wage for workers in the state.

According to him, ?The meeting was a productive one as it set the stage for immediate and speedy completion of the consequential adjustment negotiations.

?The meeting was adjourned with an agreement to present necessary tools and data required to facilitate the negotiation process within the shortest time possible for prompt implementation.

?We hereby appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to work towards ensuring fair and just outcomes for all workers and Retirees of Oyo State.

?Further updates will be provided as the negotiation progresses.?

?In attendance at the meeting were, the Oyo state Chairman of NLC, Comrade Kayode Martins also represented PASSAN and JUSUN, Comrades Ayobami Adeogun represented NULGE, Comrade Lawal O. Bolanle, represented the Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), Comrade Raji Oladimeji Ismail represented NUT, while Comrade Segun Abatan represented NUP. (Saturday Tribune)

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