Lagos Governor, Sanwo-Olu Approves N50,000 Wage Award for Workers

• Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved a N50,000 wage award for Lagos State public sector workers as part of measures to ease the impact of rising living costs.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved a N50,000 wage award for all public sector workers in Lagos State for the month of May.

The governor announced the award during the International Workers’ Day celebration held at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, where he was represented by his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat.

He said the measure was designed to help workers cope with prevailing economic challenges, including rising fuel prices and the increasing cost of living.

“For the month of May, Lagos State Government has approved an additional N50,000 for all workers. We are aware of prevailing economic challenges, including increasing fuel prices and global pressure. This decision is to support our workforce during this period,” he said.

Sanwo-Olu praised Lagos workers for their vital role in the state’s development, describing them as the backbone of its progress.

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“Lagos is not great because of its government. It is great because of its workers – teachers, healthcare personnel, artisans and civil servants – who keep the system functioning,” he said.

He also highlighted ongoing government efforts to address workers’ housing and transportation challenges through affordable housing initiatives, the rent-to-own scheme, and continued expansion of the state’s rail network.

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare, pension payments, and sustained engagement with organised labour.