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Nigerian lawmakers debate higher minimum wage amid cost-of-living pressure

Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore says the current minimum wage is insufficient and proposes a substantially higher level. The report reflects socioeconomic strain rather than a confirmed emergency action.

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Severe wage and living-cost pressures can fuel unrest and worsen hardship across a large population.

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  1. 'Nobody, Even A Newborn Baby, Can Live On N70,000': Sowore Says His Proposed N500,000 Minimum Wage Is 'Too Small' ↗saharareporters.com · Recorded source date: Sep 4, 2026, 5:32 PM UTC

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