MAY-I Applauds New Minimum Wage, Celebrates Win for Nigerian Workers

Folalumi Alaran in Abuja

Motivating African Youths Initiative, led by founder Dr Ogenna Walter Ekwubiri, has congratulated the Nigerian Government, Labour, and the Nigerian workforce on the new minimum wage.

Ekwubiri hailed Nigerians in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, July 24, in Abuja.

According to her, this significant step is a testament to the collective efforts towards improving the living standards of Nigerians.

Furthermore, she stated that
while this achievement is commendable, there remain pressing challenges affecting Nigerian youths.

She listed high unemployment rates, limited access to quality education, and inadequate support for entrepreneurship stifle their potential.

To address these issues, the government, Ekwubiri advised Tinubu’s government to: “Enhance Educational Opportunities: By investing in vocational training and digital skills programs, we can equip youths with the tools needed for the modern job market.

“Support Entrepreneurship: Providing grants and mentorship programs can encourage innovation and self-reliance among young entrepreneurs.

“Strengthen Job Creation Initiatives: Collaborating with private sectors to create sustainable employment opportunities will reduce the unemployment rate and increase productivity.”

She expressed commitment to advocating for the socio-economic empowerment of women and youths across Africa.