Delta State Aide Warns: No Local Firm Pays N500,000 Salaries

An aide to the Delta State Governor has highlighted a worrying gap in the state’s job market. He stated that no company in the oil-rich region currently pays staff between N400,000 and N500,000 monthly. Most local businesses remain in hospitality and rely on front-desk officers earning the minimum wage. He criticized wealthy individuals who spend billions on events and entertainment instead of funding industrial ventures. According to him, only a handful of entrepreneurs have attempted high-value projects, leaving many workers underpaid. The governor’s aide urged Delta State businessmen to refocus their efforts on industries that can offer living wages. He called on investors to prioritize projects that guarantee sustainable, well-paid employment.

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