Minimum wage: Nigerian governor agrees to pay workers N70k, gives condition

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  • The governor of Katsina state has revealed his stance on the implementation of the new minimum wage
  • Governor Dikko Radda disclosed that his administration was ready to pay workers N70,000 but waiting for FG’s guidelines to facilitate a seamless implementation process
  • Radda also highlighted his administrations commitment to improving service delivery within the public sector

Dikko Radda, governor of Katsina state, speaks on payment of new minimum wage.
Photo credit: Dr. Dikko Umaru RaddaSource: FacebookWhy Katsina has not implemented N70k wageKatsina state is poised to be a leader in implementing the new minimum wage. We are currently awaiting the federal governments guidelines on the implementation process to ensure a smooth and effective rollout, the governor said.Our commitment to reforming the public service is unwavering. We have introduced measures such as competency tests as a prerequisite for entering public service and assigning leadership roles in public offices. These steps are crucial in ensuring that we have a capable and efficient workforce serving the people of Katsina, Radda said.

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