George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, recently expressed his inability to pay each of his four drivers a monthly salary of N100,000 in light of the upcoming new minimum wage.
Speaking at a Christian community event, Akume shared his financial struggles, emphasizing that he cannot afford to pay his drivers such high salaries.
This issue is part of the ongoing discussions by the tripartite committee, which is considering an upgrade to the current minimum wage structure. The committee is debating two critical issues: the difficulties in implementing salary increases and the broader context of economic pressures. Akume strongly emphasizes these points in his arguments.
Furthermore, the government’s interactions with various stakeholders, including the Christian community, underscore the importance of cooperation and mutual understanding as they navigate the current budgetary challenges.
