The governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru, has given the green light for a salary increase of N10,000 for civil servants.
Additionally, he has sanctioned the recruitment of 1,700 teachers to address the shortage of staff in public primary and secondary schools.
Governor Nwifuru announced these measures on May 1, 2024, during the Workers’ Day celebration held at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium in Abakaliki on Wednesday.
According to him, “Your commitment and sacrifices are unmatched anywhere in the world.
“We are celebrating today because it is important to reciprocate the gesture and this administration has something in store for you as contained in the People’s Charter of Needs,” he said.
He added that his administration would consolidate the achievements of the immediate past administration by improving the state’s economy.
Nwifuru described the workers as partners in progress who deserved to be appreciated for their sacrifices.
He assured the people of regular promotions, and prompt payment of salaries, pensions and gratuities.
He disclosed that the gratuities of those who had retired between January 2024 and now had been paid completely.
“Presently, we are paying salaries, pensions and gratuities as at when due and we do not owe anyone, while we are waiting for the outcome of the negotiation on minimum wage,” he said.
