Gov. Otu Announces N40, 000 Minimum Wage.
Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has announced a new minimum wage of N40, 000 for the state workers, saying that the new wage implementation aligns with the realities of the time in the state rather than sentiments.
Governor Otu, while participating in the Workers’ Day celebration at the U.J Esuene Stadium in Calabar, revealed that under his administration, the payment of salaries, workers’ wages, and pension entitlements continues to be prioritized as a first-line charge.
He emphasized that the theme for this year’s Workers’ Day is People First, and interestingly coincides with my administration’s mantra.
He expressed goodwill and solidarity with the workers during the 2024 Workers’ Day. He emphasized the importance of a strong relationship between the government and its workforce to create wealth and improve livelihoods.
He assured that his Government had prioritized the well-being of workers by ensuring timely payment of salaries and pensions, conducting promotions, and planning to employ qualified youths.
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