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JOHESU also condemned the government’s decision to suspend recent circulars that approved allowances for CONHESS health workers. They accused the NMA of interfering unfairly and breaking trade union laws. JOHESU asked the government to reverse the suspension and respect the 2009 agreement that promised equal benefits for CONHESS and CONMESS workers.

Ajaero confirmed that ₦70,000 was the current agreed amount for the minimum wage. He also mentioned that part of the discussion included an agreement that the minimum wage would now be reviewed every three years, rather than waiting five years for a review. Ajaero stated that the Organised Labour would consult with their members on the ₦70,000 benchmark.