Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved a new minimum wage of N71,000 for civil servants, effective November.
According to the governor, the increased wage will raise the state’s monthly salary obligations by N6 billion and N7 billion for local government councils.
Additionally, 20,737 promoted teachers will receive a total increment of over N340 million.
Yusuf praised the state minimum wage implementation committee for their efforts, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare.
A statement by Yusuf posted on his Facebook account reads: “The decision is in line with my administration’s commitment to social justice and the improvement of living standards for our workers.
“In line with our commitment to social justice and enhancing the standard of living for our workers, we have approved the sum of 71,000 naira as the new minimum wage in Kano State.”
“Additionally, following the promotion of 20,737 teachers by our government, a total increment amounting to over 340 million naira has now been reflected in their respective salaries.”
“Once again, I commend the state minimum wage implementation committee for its commendable work. – AKY.”