₦airaland Forum

The governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, recently announced an increase in the minimum salary to N85,000, but Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour has recommended a minimum pay of N100,000 for workers in Lagos, stating that this amount is insufficient to cover the actual cost of living and the reality of the local economy.

He underlined that, given the rising costs of living and inflation, the existing wage is insufficient to sustain employees and their families. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The recent rise in the minimum wage to N85,000 is praiseworthy, but it falls well short of addressing the particular cost-of-living issues that Lagos workers face, the statement reads.

“With minimal investments in social housing programs, Lagos has the highest intra-city public transportation costs in Nigeria, is the second most expensive city to feed, and has the highest rental costs overall.”

Noting that more budgets have not resulted in better living conditions for Lagos people, Gbadebo also urged the governor to increase investments in the causes that are important to Lagosians.

He said: “It’s crucial to note that over 70% of Lagos State’s operating revenue comes from taxes, with PAYE (Pay As You Earn) contributing 45%.

“This means the state’s wealth, which the governor seems to take all the credit for, is primarily generated by citizens’ hard work.

“What tangible benefits do Lagosians receive in return for this significant contribution? Do their children have access to quality public education?

“Is there an efficient and affordable public transportation system? Are the roads well-maintained? Is social housing readily available? Can residents easily access capital for entrepreneurship?”

He said: “It’s crucial to note that over 70% of Lagos State’s operating revenue comes from taxes, with PAYE (Pay As You Earn) contributing 45%.

“This means the state’s wealth, which the governor seems to take all the credit for, is primarily generated by citizens’ hard work.

“What tangible benefits do Lagosians receive in return for this significant contribution? Do their children have access to quality public education?

Bobloco:
These are critical questions

EmperorCaesar:
There is nothing critical about his useless question

Everywhere in the world, a high percentage of the operating revenue comes from Taxes...Or where else do you expect the Govt to get like half of his taxes?

Upon all the taxes, how much do other states like Abia agree to pay?

And Lagosians get more benefits than even residents of all other states in Nigeria.

I used to think you guys stand for the truth but its obvious that you all dont have an independent mind to analyze issues without bias

EmperorCaesar:


This guy is even dumber that i initially assumed

Obi sef get sense pass this one

This guy has the same mindset like Otti....He wants Sanwo to follow that shitty footstep of underpaying the hardworking Civil Servants of the state

Now i know why 4 of the 5 states in SE are still paying 18k in 2024...Mediocre standard na wetin dem get for there


Spits

EmperorCaesar:


This guy is even dumber that i initially assumed

Obi sef get sense pass this one

This guy has the same mindset like Otti....He wants Sanwo to follow that shitty footstep of underpaying the hardworking Civil Servants of the state

Now i know why 4 of the 5 states in SE are still paying 18k in 2024...Mediocre standard na wetin dem get for there


Spits

EmperorCaesar:


This guy is even dumber that i initially assumed

Obi sef get sense pass this one

This guy has the same mindset like Otti....He wants Sanwo to follow that shitty footstep of underpaying the hardworking Civil Servants of the state

Now i know why 4 of the 5 states in SE are still paying 18k in 2024...Mediocre standard na wetin dem get for there


Spits

EmperorCaesar:


This guy is even dumber that i initially assumed

Obi sef get sense pass this one

This guy has the same mindset like Otti....He wants Sanwo to follow that shitty footstep of underpaying the hardworking Civil Servants of the state

Now i know why 4 of the 5 states in SE are still paying 18k in 2024...Mediocre standard na wetin dem get for there


Spits

Bobloco:
He said: “It’s crucial to note that over 70% of Lagos State’s operating revenue comes from taxes, with PAYE (Pay As You Earn) contributing 45%.

“This means the state’s wealth, which the governor seems to take all the credit for, is primarily generated by citizens’ hard work.

“What tangible benefits do Lagosians receive in return for this significant contribution? Do their children have access to quality public education?

“Is there an efficient and affordable public transportation system? Are the roads well-maintained? Is social housing readily available? Can residents easily access capital for entrepreneurship?”


These are critical questions

Olu1000:
GRV should rest on this one.I know he wants to play opposition but he should do it with sense.Its not every thing the ruling party does that he will comment about.85k is fine.If he wins the next elections , he can then increase it to 100k.Im an Labour Party chieftain from Edo State btw.

lagostrendboy:
https://eyesoflagos.com/2024/10/18/n85000-minimum-wage-unrealistic-in-lagos-gbadebo-rhodes-vivour/

Ringstonermask:
D real governor of the people