It was a moment of jubilation for civil and public servants in the State, as the State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo approved the payment of 13th-month salary to Edo workers, while further affirming the policy of automatic employment for First Class graduates of Edo
extraction from any university within the country and beyond, rekindling hopes among Edo youths, and creating the enabling environment for them to shine in the public space.
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Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo |
This was made known via the press statement released by the Chief Press Secretary to the
Edo State Governor, Fred Itua, on Friday 29 th of November, 2024, in Government House
Benin City.
In his release, the intentions of the Governor were brought to light through the Head of
Service, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, who made known the unwavering commitment of the
Governor to improving workers’ welfare in the State, while also noting the Governor’s
unfeigned determination to extract the best brains into the State’s workforce, positioning Edo
on top spots amongst sub-nationals. edostate.gov.ng