Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, announced, he has approved the “implementation of the national minimum wage of N70,000 for Imo State workers.”
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| Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, approve implementation of national minimum wage of ₦70,000 for State workers |
The Governor said, “this decision, a product of extensive consultations with Labour leaders in the State, underscores our dedication to fostering improved living conditions for our workforce.”
According to Governor Uzodimma: “Our commitment as a Government to the welfare of Imo workers and pensioners remains a sacred obligation, and we have exemplified this once more with the approval for the implementation of the national minimum wage of N70,000 for Imo State workers.
This decision, a product of extensive consultations with Labour leaders in the State, underscores our dedication to fostering improved living conditions for our workforce. In addition, we have approved a 10% increment for those on consolidated salary structures, ensuring equitable enhancements across all cadres.
Beyond the minimum wage implementation, we have taken further steps to ensure comprehensive welfare for our workers. These include the financial reflection of promotions recently earned by employees and the sustenance of the regular 13th-month salary payment.
Parallel to these efforts, we have finalized measures to enroll Imo pensioners into the State Healthcare Services Scheme, ensuring access to quality medical care at no cost. Furthermore, we are commencing gratuity payments for the next batch of beneficiaries, affirming our commitment to retirees.”
Our commitment as a Government to the welfare of Imo workers and pensioners remains a sacred obligation, and we have exemplified this once more with the approval for the implementation of the national minimum wage of N70,000 for Imo State workers.
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— Hope Uzodimma (@Hope_Uzodimma1) November 26, 2024
