The Abia State government has confirmed that civil servants will begin receiving a new N70,000 minimum wage starting October 2024.
This announcement was made by the Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, following the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Alex Otti.
Mr. Kanu affirmed the government’s resolve to enhance the welfare of workers across the state.
“The state government is committed to the minimum wage, and within the next few days, payment of the new minimum wage will commence,” he declared, highlighting the imminent changes to civil servant compensation.
Additionally, the governor’s administration is considering raising wages beyond the nationally approved minimum, demonstrating its commitment to worker satisfaction and welfare.
“If the governor wants to deviate from the national standard and pay higher, so be it,” Kanu said, suggesting that future increases could be on the horizon.
For civil servants, the increase to N70,000 offers much-needed economic relief, reflecting the state’s determination to lead by example in improving workers’ welfare across Nigeria.