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26/10/2024

Policemen From IGP Office Arrest Peace Corps Commandant, Akoh In Abuja, Destroy Office Items, Stop Family From Accessing Him.

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26/10/2024

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26/10/2024

24/10/2024

Kogi Workers Receive New Minimum Wage of N72,500 Under Governor Ododo's Proactive Leadership

On 18 July 2024, following the approval of a N70,000 minimum wage for federal workers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chief Servant of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, promptly set up the state's minimum wage committee.

The committee included members of organized labor and government officials to address the new wage structure for state workers.
In a swift move, reflecting the importance Ododo's administration places on the welfare of Kogi workers and pensioners, the governor approved a minimum wage of N72,500, as proposed by the committee, on 7 October 2024.

In a widely circulated publication by The Nation Newspaper on 20 October, 2024, it was reported: “The highest minimum wage so far will be paid by industrial and economically advantageous states of Lagos and Rivers, while the oil-rich Delta and Akwa Ibom States will follow. The rest are Ogun, Ondo, Kogi, Gombe, and Edo follows by Ebonyi, Jigawa, Kwara, Anambra, Adamawa, and Kano that proposed N70,000

While many states are still in the process of formulating their new minimum wages, Kogi became the first state to pay the newly implemented N72,500 salary on 23 October 2024. This is in line with Governor Ododo’s tradition of ensuring workers receive their salaries before the 25th of every month.
In addition to this salary increase, Governor Ododo announced the suspension of tax deductions on the approved wage for one year for the state's civil servants, further easing the financial burden on workers while pensioners receiving below N50,000 are to access medical services across state’s healthcare institutions free of charge.

Ododo's administration continues to focus on equity and fairness, particularly towards retirees who have served the state. Recently, the governor established a committee, led by the Head of Service, Mr. Elijah Evenemi, tasked with improving the welfare of pensioners. On 22 October 2024, upon receiving the committee’s report, Governor Ododo approved a N10,000 increase for pensioners across the state.

Believing that a healthy workforce is a productive workforce, Governor Ododo also approved a 50% subsidy on health insurance premium deductions for civil servants for the next year, aiming to reduce healthcare costs for workers and other citizens of the state.

This unprecedented move is expected to enhance morale and productivity across the state, as Ododo’s administration remains committed to policies that prioritize the welfare of Kogi citizens and contribute to the state's overall development.

ONOGWU Muhammed
Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Relations
23 October, 2024

23/10/2024

SUIT AGAINST EFCC: ALIA SUSPENDS ATTORNEY GENERAL

Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024

The Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has directed the Attorney General of the State and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Bemsen Mnyim, to proceed on indefinite suspension.

The Governor gave the directive at Government House during a press conference shortly after the Benue State Executive Council meeting earlier today.

He stated that the suspension was necessitated by Barr. Mnyim's ultra vires decision to join the state in a suit challenging the legality of anti-graft agencies, namely the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC).

"No appointee is permitted to act unilaterally. No matter how pressing or urgent the issue is, one must resort to due consultations with me or appropriately brief me and seek my permission before acting, especially in a sensitive matter such as this.

"My administration is holding accountable those who embezzled money and drained our state dry. The EFCC and ICPC are assisting us in this effort.

"How can I now turn around and begin to challenge these watchdogs? I gave no permission for him to enter an appearance for the state. Because he acted on his own, I hereby suspend him indefinitely pending a satisfactory explanation of his actions."

Sir Tersoo Kula, MNIPR
Chief Press Secretary.

19/10/2024

Saturday, 19th October

19/10/2024

In July 2024, President Bola Tinubu approved an increase in the minimum wage for Nigerian workers from N30,000 to N70,000.

However, the implementation across states has been gradual, with some still yet to adopt the new minimum wage.

While a number of states have pledged to meet the N70,000 minimum wage, others have gone further, committing to pay amounts higher than the federal mandate.

Below is a list of states that have announced plans to pay above N70,000:

Lagos State:
On October 16, 2024, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced a new minimum wage of N85,000 for Lagos State workers, N15,000 above the federal minimum. He cited the high cost of living in Lagos as a factor and expressed a goal to raise the minimum to N100,000 by January 2025.

Ogun State:
Governor Dapo Abiodun approved a minimum wage of N77,000 on October 15, 2024, according to a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi.

Gombe State:
The state government and the Nigeria Labour Congress signed an agreement on October 14, 2024, to raise the minimum wage to N71,451.15.

Ondo State:
On October 12, 2024, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced a minimum wage increase to N73,000 for state workers during his campaign kickoff ahead of the November 16 governorship election.

Kogi State:
Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, approved N72,500 minimum wage for civil servants in the state with immediate effect. The governor also suspended the tax burden on the approved sum for one year.

The following states have agreed to adopt the N70,000 wage:

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, disclosed that the state will commence the payment of the N70,000 minimum wage from October 2024.

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, said his administration is committed to implementing the new minimum wage.

In September, Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, approved the payment of N70,000 minimum wage to civil servants under the employ of the state.

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State approved the new monthly minimum wage of N70,000 for state and local government workers in August.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State declared that his administration would commence the payment of the minimum wage once the issue of consequential salary adjustment has been addressed.

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, announced that the state will commence payment of the new minimum wage starting October 2024.

Osun State and Benue State have also expressed readiness to adopt the new minimum wage.

However, some states, such as Jigawa, Zamfara, Akwa Ibom, and Bayelsa, have yet to announce the implementation of the new minimum wage.

Source; Punch

15/10/2024

UPDATE!!

ONDO STATE Governor has approved N73,000 minimum wage to Civil servants.

15/10/2024

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved a new minimum wage of N77,000 for workers, effective immediately.

The decision follows discussions with the Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, and Joint Negotiating Council.

No worker will earn less than N77,000 starting this October, according to Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi.

15/10/2024

Ododo Champions Workers' Rights: Approves N72,500 Minimum Wage for Kogi Workers.
..suspends tax burden on the approved sum for one year

Before 2016, the civil service sector in Kogi State was plagued by inefficiency, corruption, and a lack of productivity. The presence of endemic ghost workers and unintended beneficiaries who illegally drew money from the government’s coffers made it difficult for the authorities to ascertain the true wage bill of the workforce. This created an atmosphere that could be likened to the proverbial saying, "Monkey de work, baboon de chop," as fraudulent individuals reaped benefits while genuine civil servants languished in poverty. The system's inefficiency and deep-rooted corruption necessitated urgent reforms to restore sanity to the state’s civil service.

In response to these challenges, the 2017 Civil Service Reform was introduced under the leadership of the New Direction government, led by His Excellency Yahaya Bello, CON. The reform, a challenging and tedious exercise, was coordinated by the then-Auditor-General for Local Government, His Excellency Ahmed Usman Ododo, now the incumbent governor, alongside his counterpart for the state, Yusuf Okala. This initiative faced significant opposition, and both the government and the workers went through a difficult period. The administration was heavily criticized in the media and labeled as draconian, anti-people, and heartless.

Civil servants endured tremendous hardships during the reform process. Many had to travel to various institutions and establishments to obtain their certificates and other relevant documents to verify their employment status. Though the screening process took several months, the civil servants bore the brunt of the associated pains, and in the end, the reform succeeded in transforming the civil service. From 2017 onward, the civil service's fortunes improved significantly. During the second term of the Yahaya Bello administration, 100% of state civil servant salaries were paid, and local government salaries, which stood at a meager 25% when the administration took over in 2016, were increased to 75% by 2023.

Building on this solid foundation, the current governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has fully addressed the issue of salary payment for Kogi State workers. Under his administration, both state and local government workers receive 100% of their salaries, a significant achievement in the history of the state. Ododo’s experience as the Auditor-General for Local Government during the previous administration positioned him as the ideal candidate for the governorship in the 2023 election. The overwhelming support he received from the people of Kogi State was a testament to their confidence in his ability to lead.

Governor Ododo has earned a place in the hearts of Kogi residents, particularly the civil servants, due to his administration's early and consistent payment of salaries and his commitment to the welfare of the people. His efforts are part of a broader program to uplift the state and deliver on the promises made during his campaign.

In a landmark decision that follows the Federal Government’s recently approved N77,000 minimum wage, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo on Monday announced the approval of a N72,500 minimum wage for all state and local government workers in Kogi State. This move not only reflects his administration’s commitment to improving the living standards of workers but also positions Kogi as a state that prioritizes the welfare of its workforce.

During a meeting at Lugard House in Lokoja, where he received the report from the Minimum Wage Committee, Governor Ododo explained that his decision to raise the minimum wage was in line with his campaign promises and his desire to reward effective service delivery. He assured the people of Kogi that all the promises made during his campaign would be fulfilled in due time.

Governor Ododo stated, "After reviewing all the relevant indices, we have discussed and agreed, and I am pleased to graciously approve the sum of N72,500 as the new minimum wage for all categories of workers in Kogi State." He went on to urge civil servants to recommit themselves to the administration’s agenda for the comprehensive transformation of the state.
The governor also announced suspension of tax burden on the approved sum for one year for the state’s civil servants.

This bold move is expected to boost morale among the workforce and improve productivity across the state, as the governor continues to prioritize policies that benefit the citizens of Kogi and contribute to the overall development of the state.

Today, Ododo blossoms beautifully in the heart of every Kogites and beyond.

ONOGWU Muhammed
Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Relations
7 October, 2024

15/10/2024

Gombe State Government begins implementation of N70.000 National Minimum Wage this Month, October, 2024.

14/10/2024

Benue State Governor, when should workers expect the new minimum wage, please?
Even Ododo has taken a position on this.

14/10/2024

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14/10/2024

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14/10/2024

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11/10/2024

CONGRATULATIONS

President Tinubu Has Approved The Appointment Of Mr Alfred Agaba Abah As Senior Special Assistant To The President On Civil Service Matters.

11/10/2024

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