Ondo State governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced that the ₦73,000 wage for civil servants will be implemented this month (November).
The Governor made this declaration during the 2024 Public Service Week celebration.
Governor Aiyedatiwa, while addressing the workers in Akure, emphasised that the welfare of civil servants will continue to be a priority for his administration.
According to the governor, the new minimum wage is a settled matter and a testament to his administration’s focus on improving the quality of life for the state’s workforce.
He noted that a committee was set up to work out the implementation structure of the minimum wage and now that it has just been concluded, he will give the necessary approval for payment to begin.
“Anything we have done for civil servants has never been politically driven. If workers are not happy, they won’t be encouraged to put maximum effort into their work. That is why we have always prioritised their welfare,” the governor.
Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed appreciation for their show of solidarity and reminded them of his shared identity as the number one public servant in the state.
The Head of Service, Bayo Philips, during the event, praised Governor Aiyedatiwa for creating a conducive environment for civil servants in the state.
He noted the administration’s commitment to prompt salary payment, regular promotions, leave bonuses, and the consistent disbursement of pensions and gratuities.
Also speaking, the Head of Civil Service of Ondo State, emphasised that the gathering was not a political one, but for the workers to express their appreciation for the governor’s dedication to their welfare.
