Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has appealed to the civil servants to be patient as his government will announce the new minimum wage next week.
The governor made the appeal when he received a report from the minimum wage committee, according to statement by his spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Tuesday in Kano.
The governor noted that the final decision on the report would be made public next week, asking for understanding from all parties as the process moves forward.
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During the event, according to the statement, governor Yusuf reiterated his administration’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of civil servants in the state.
The committee, led by Usman Bala, Special Adviser to the Governor on State Affairs, was tasked with reviewing and recommending improvements to the state’s minimum wage structure.
During the report presentation, Governor Yusuf expressed strong confidence in the committee’s work, acknowledging their thorough research and wide consultations.
He emphasized that their recommendations would help the government implement policies that are both economically viable and sustainable.
“We chose this committee because we believe in their ability to provide valuable insights and innovative ideas for moving forward,” the governor was quoted as saying in the statement.
“Governor Yusuf reassured civil servants of his administration’s dedication to fulfilling the promises made during the campaign, particularly with regard to improving their welfare.
“He called for patience as the government carefully reviews the committee’s recommendations to ensure they comply with constitutional guidelines.
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“The governor further noted that the final decision on the report will be made public next week, asking for understanding from all parties as the process moves forward,” the statement said.
The committee Chairman Usman Bala explained that the recommendations were crafted with careful consideration of Kano’s current economic conditions.
He expressed confidence that the proposed wage structure would be both durable and sustainable for the state, and would positively impact the financial stability of civil servants.