Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has refuted claims that state governors are not cooperating with the federal government regarding the new minimum wage for workers. He clarified that governors are not opposed to the new minimum wage and are waiting for the outcome of the committee established by the federal government to review workers' pay.
Speaking to journalists after a meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima, Governor Sule explained that his earlier comment on the matter was his personal view. He emphasized that Nasarawa State has been paying the N30,000 minimum wage since 2019 and has implemented promotions, gratuities, and other benefits for workers.
Addressing concerns about the state's security, Governor Sule assured that Nasarawa is safe for investment and agriculture. He cited the example of a lithium factory built by foreign investors, which took several years to complete and is now operational, as evidence of the state's security and conducive environment for business.
Governor Sule highlighted Nasarawa's achievements in agriculture, including being number one in sesame farming, number two in yam and cassava production, and number five in rice production nationwide. He encouraged skeptics to verify these facts and reiterated that the state remains committed to the welfare of its workers and overall development.
