Yola, Adamawa State – Civil servants across Adamawa State are celebrating the implementation of the new national minimum wage, as their August salaries reflect the increased benchmark of N70,000. The new wage structure, approved by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, has brought a significant boost to the financial well-being of state employees.
Reports indicate that civil servants began receiving their salary alerts on Friday, with many expressing relief and optimism about the positive impact on their lives. The adjustment, which represents a N50,000 increase in monthly salaries, has been warmly welcomed by the workforce.
Alhaji Danjuma Usman Mohammed, a driver at the Government House in Yola, shared his gratitude, stating, “I am glad for receiving the N50,000 increase in my monthly salary. This funds will go a long way in alleviating my family’s suffering and will allow me to enroll my children back to school, who had been withdrawn due to financial constraints.”
Mohammed praised Governor Fintiri for fulfilling his promise, reflecting the sentiments of many state employees who view the salary increment as a commendable move by the governor.
John Yusuf, an employee at Adamawa State Television (ATV) Yola, also expressed his appreciation. Yusuf plans to use his increased salary to purchase fertilizer for his farm and foodstuffs for his family. “Governor Fintiri has put a smile on our faces with the new minimum wage implemented,” he said.
The positive effects of the wage increment were evident as LEADERSHIP observed a bustling Jimeta Ultramodern Market, where civil servants and other residents engaged in shopping, indicative of increased consumer activity.
Governor Fintiri’s approval of the new minimum wage for state government workers took effect in August 2024. The increment for local government workers is scheduled to begin in September 2024, marking a continued commitment to improving the welfare of all public sector employees in the state.
The wage adjustment has not only alleviated financial burdens but has also contributed to a renewed sense of morale and dedication among Adamawa’s civil servants, further enhancing their productivity and overall job satisfaction.