Nwifuru Announces N10,000 Wage For Ebonyi State Civil Servants

Governor Francis Nwifuru

GOVERNOR Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has declared a N10,000 salary raise for state government employees, while the labor union and the federal government continue to negotiate the new minimum wage.

Nwifuru announced the increase during the 2024 Workers' Day celebration on Wednesday, May 1, in Abakaliki, the state capital.

The governor pledged that the current practice of regular promotions and timely payment of salaries, pensions, and gratuities will be continued.

He said: “Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, we are waiting for the outcome of the negotiation of the minimum wage and to assure you, distinguished workers of our great state, that Ebonyi will not be the least. I have directed that all arrears of promotions should be immediately released.

“I am elated that you have shown commitment and that you are part and parcel of this great state. It gives me a lot of joy and it is a challenge to me as your governor. All the issues raised by the NLC and TUC. Sincerely, what we will do is to offer another award of ten thousand naira to join the other N10,000 to be N20,000.”

Nwifuru applauded the state's government officials for their courage, focus, perseverance, and productivity.

He said: “As I said last year, your tremendous sacrifices and dedication to our great state summed up your numerous contributions to the growth and development of our state, Ebonyi.

“At times, things may seem tough owing to the economic challenges we are facing in our great country, Nigeria today. But you have always exemplified uncommon patriotism for the common good of our nation Nigeria.

“I salute your courage, focus and resilience and productive will. In celebrating you today, it is important to reiterate what our administration has in stock for you as contained in our manifesto, People's Charter of Needs.”