Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON has approved the implementation of N70,000 new minimum wage for all workers in Katsina State.
The Governor stated that the comprehensive wage implementation will cover employees across the state, local government and local education authority sectors with effect from December 2024.
“This decisive action follows our extensive negotiations and careful financial planning in line with our promised dedication to support workforce while maintaining fiscal responsibility,” the Governor stressed.
Governor Radda emphasized the importance of this wage adjustment, calling on civil servants to redouble their commitment to productivity, integrity and public service.
In the same vein, the Governor acknowledged the resilience of Katsina State’s workforce, noting that this wage increase represents more than a financial transaction, but a recognition of the critical role public servants play in driving state development.
The Governor concluded stating that Katsina State is a progressive and employee-centred administration committed to implementing meaningful economic reforms and capacity building as enshrined in the Building Your Future Blueprint.
