Ngige denies appointing Kokori as NSITF chairman

The minister for labour and employment Dr. Chris Ngige has said that the ministry and other stakeholders are working out foundational modalities on implementation of the new minimum wage.

Ngige stated this while fielding questions from newsmen in Abuja.

The minister spoke on the controversies surrounding the inauguration of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund NSITF board.

He denied recommending or appointing Frank Kokori as the chairman of the body.