The statement added that the decision also aligns with Sani’s lifelong commitment to the promotion and protection of workers’ rights, enhancement of welfare, and caring for the poor and weak.
Governor Uba Sani has given approval for a new minimum wage of N72,000 for Kaduna State civil servants.
According to him, the new minimum wage will take effect from November 2024.
A statement issued by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Malam Ibraheem Musa, said that the decision is in line with the governor’s commitment to the advancement of the interests of workers and improvement of the living conditions of the poor, vulnerable and underserved in Kaduna State.
The statement added that the decision also aligns with Sani’s lifelong commitment to the promotion and protection of workers’ rights, enhancement of welfare, and caring for the poor and weak.
“Additionally, Governor Uba Sani is set to launch a Free Transportation Scheme for civil servants with the release of 100 CNG buses.
‘’The buses will convey civil servants to and from work. This is aimed at alleviating the suffering of workers and enhancing their productivity.
“A Joint Management Committee consisting of representatives of organized labour (NLC and TUC) and the State Government will be set up to manage the Free Transportation Scheme for civil servants,’’ the statement added.
The governor promised that Kaduna State Government would continue to fashion and implement policies and measures to bring succour to the people.
“We are committed to transforming the lives of the less privileged. With the sustained support of our citizens, we shall make Kaduna State a Model for Social Welfare Interventions,” the statement said.
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