Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has approved a new minimum wage of ₦75,000 for civil servants, as announced in a press statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor. The decision was made after a thorough evaluation of Nigeria’s economic challenges and their impact on the state’s workforce.
The revised minimum wage will apply fully to workers on grade level 2, who will receive the entire ₦75,000 as base pay. Meanwhile, civil servants on grade level 3 and above will benefit from an additional ₦40,000 across the board, providing significant financial relief to higher-grade workers as well.
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The new wage policy is set to take effect on Monday, October 28, aiming to improve the living conditions of civil servants in Ebonyi as they face rising costs of living. Governor Nwifuru expressed confidence that the increase will not only enhance workers’ financial stability but also create better opportunities for civil service professionals in the state.