Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has announced the immediate implementation of the new national minimum wage of N70,000 for state civil servants, local government employees, and workers under the Local Government Education Authority. The new policy takes effect on Monday, according to a statement issued by the governor’s press secretary, Abubakar Bawa.
Governor Aliyu described the move as a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of workers in the state. He urged civil servants to reciprocate with increased dedication, punctuality, and seriousness in their duties.
“With the commencement of the payment of this new national minimum wage, we expect renewed commitment, hard work, punctuality, and, above all, seriousness from our civil servants,” the governor said.
Commitment to Timely Salary Payments
The statement also reaffirmed the administration’s dedication to maintaining the prompt payment of salaries, which will continue to be disbursed between the 19th and 22nd of every month. Governor Aliyu highlighted this as a continuation of Sokoto State’s status as a worker-friendly administration, contrasting it with previous governments that delayed salary payments by more than 50 days.
Clearing Gratuity Backlogs
In addition to implementing the revised minimum wage, the governor outlined measures to address outstanding gratuities owed to retired workers. The state government has allocated N500 million monthly to offset unpaid gratuities, with an additional N300 million earmarked for retirees who exited service from 2023 onward.
The governor expressed confidence that by the end of his tenure, no civil servant would be owed gratuities. This strategic approach, he emphasized, is designed to improve the financial security of workers and retirees in Sokoto State.
Governor Aliyu’s announcement underscores his administration’s focus on enhancing the welfare of public servants and fostering a productive and motivated workforce.
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