The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Branch, has honored Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf with the award of Best Labour-Friendly Governor.
This was contained in a statement signed by the commissioner information and internal affairs Kano Comrade Ibrahim Waiya.
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“This prestigious recognition acknowledges his administration’s outstanding efforts in promoting the welfare of workers and pensioners in the state”
The statement explained that, according to the Kano State Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, the Governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare has been evident in various initiatives introduced by his administration.
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These include the upward review of monthly pensions from ₦5,000 to ₦20,000, absorption of 10,000 previously recruited workers, and recruitment of additional medical officers, nurses, teachers, and security personnel.
He pointed out that, the Governor has also approved a ₦71,000 minimum wage, surpassing the federal benchmark of ₦70,000.
“ Furthermore, his administration has prioritized merit-based appointments, ensuring that permanent secretaries are selected based on competence and fairness, rather than political bias”
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“In addition, the administration has cleared gratuity arrears exceeding ₦16 billion and ensured prompt payment of salaries and pensions”
“Comprehensive training and reforms have also been implemented to enhance the capacity of civil servants across all cadres”
The Head of Service praised Governor Yusuf’s dedication to prioritizing workers’ welfare, stating that it is a cornerstone for sustainable development and effective governance.
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“The Governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare has earned him the respect and appreciation of the NLC and the entire workforce of Kano State”