Gov Buni Approves N70, 000 As Minimum Wage For Yobe Civil Servants
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has approved the payment of N70,000 minimum wage to state civil servants with effect from December 2024.
The governor’s spokesperson Mamman Mohammed says the approval followed a recommendation of the committee on Minimum wage constituted by the state government.
The committee had recommended a reconciliation of local government finances to ensure a hitch-free transition process of the local government councils from the existing salary structure to the new minimum wage.
According to a statement by the spokesman, the reconciliation process which is nearing completion is expected to be concluded soon for approval, and quick enrolment of the local government employees into the new minimum wage salary structure.
The government expects civil servants in the state to reciprocate the gesture by putting in their best to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
Similarly, the Osun Government has approved N75,000 as the new minimum wage for civil servants in the state.
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Governor Ademola Adeleke gave the approval on Friday and believes the move is in line with his government’s resolve to improve the living standards of state workers and residents.
“I am pleased to announce the approval of the sum of 75,000 Naira as the new minimum wage for Osun State civil servants. This is in tandem with our commitment to social justice, economic growth, and an enhanced living standard for Osun teaming workers and citizens alike,” the governor wrote on his X handle.
“I urge all civil servants in the state to up their service delivery by endlessly seeking innovative solutions to improve public service in ensuring transparency and accountability for the growth and development of the 33-year-old Osun State.”
The governor thanked the “negotiation committee ably led by my loyal and dedicated Chief of Staff, Hon. Kazeem Akinleye, and the leaders of the State Labour Union for their commitment and swift action in concluding this special assignment.
“My administration will continue to prioritize the welfare of civil servants, who tirelessly provide efficient, effective, and quality services to the state despite limited resources.”
The move of the two governors came months after President Bola Tinubu approved ₦70,000 as the new minimum wage for workers.
This followed several negotiations by labour unions, the private sector, and the government over a new minimum wage.
