By Smart Emmanuel
Gombe State Government has approved a new minimum wage of Seventy-one thousand Four hundred and fifty-one Naira, fifteen kobo (N71,451.15) for state civil servants and local government employees.
This development follows the conclusion of negotiations between the government and organized labour unions, which will see the lowest-paid workers in the state earn the new national minimum wage.
Both Gombe State Government and Nigerian Labour Union agreed and signed the document containing details of the new Minimum Wage package.
The signing ceremony, was presided over by State Deputy Governor, Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau, who chairs the State’s Negotiation Committee.
“This agreement demonstrates Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s commitment to enhancing the livelihood of public servants, ensuring their hard work is properly rewarded,” Dr. Jatau stated in a remark.
The Negotiation Committee had previously announced the approval of the wage increase, with implementation set to commence in October 2024.
The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Gombe State Chapter, Comrade Yusuf Aish Bello, expressed appreciation to state government for its responsiveness.
He called on workers to reciprocate the gesture through renewed dedication and commitment to their duties.
