The NSIWC (National Salaries, Incomes & Wages Commission), established by Act 99 of 1993, plays a critical role in managing the salaries and wages system in Nigeria. The Commission’s establishment was based on recommendations from various ad-hoc panels and commissions dating back to the 1960s, which addressed salary and wage issues for Nigerian workers. However, the implementation of these recommendations was often incomplete, preventing workers from fully benefiting. In response, the Udoji Commission (1972–1974) advocated for a permanent body to manage consistent wage reviews in Nigeria’s Public Service, leading to the creation of the NSIWC.
Functions and Authority
The NSIWC is responsible for:
Conducting annual reviews of wages and salaries within the Public Service.
Job evaluation and pay review to ensure fairness.
Salary inspections and sectoral income surveys for balanced compensation.
Price surveillance to align wages with economic realities.
Productivity improvement initiatives aimed at fostering a performance-driven environment.
Mission & Vision Statements
Mission: Achieve an equitable, affordable, and sustainable remuneration system.
Vision: Become the central body for establishing a realistic compensation framework in Nigeria.
Core Values
The NSIWC operates under core values including Transparency, Professionalism, Integrity, Communication, Courtesy, Commitment, and Dedication.
Key Departments
Consultancy: Provides expert advice on wage-related matters.
Job Evaluation: Assesses roles to determine fair compensation.
Pay Review: Regularly updates and adjusts wage standards.
Productivity Improvement: Focuses on enhancing efficiency in compensation.
Salary Inspection: Ensures adherence to approved salary structures.
Sectoral Income Survey: Conducts surveys to monitor sector-specific incomes.
Contact Information
Location: First Floor, Annex II, Federal Secretariat Complex Phase I, Shehu Shagari Way, Garki Abuja, Nigeria
