Federal Workers’ Minimum Wage Hike Demanded by ASCSN

The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) has demanded an immediate increase in the minimum salary of federal workers to ₦300,000 monthly, according to a report by Tribune Online. The association argued that the current ₦70,000 national minimum wage can no longer provide a decent standard of living in the face of escalating costs of food, transportation, and energy. The call for a salary hike comes as Nigerians struggle with an ongoing economic crisis, with inflation and fuel prices on the rise. The ASCSN’s demand could spark debate and potential negotiations within government circles, as the cost implications for such a salary increase would be significant. It remains to be seen whether the government will entertain this demand, and how it may impact the broader economy. [Source: Tribune Online](https://tribuneonlineng.com/ascsn-demands-n300000-minimum-wage-for-federal-workers/)