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October 25, 2024 Labour Commends Governor Umo Eno For 80,000 Minimum Wage
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Labour Commends Governor Umo Eno For 80,000 Minimum Wage

Nigeria Labour Congress, Akwa Ibom state chapter has commended Governor UMO ENO for his approval of 80,000 Naira as minimum wage for workers in the state.

The Chairman of NLC, Comrade SUNNY JAMES noted that the development has further demonstrated the Governor’s love for the workers in Akwa Ibom State.

Comrade JAMES who stated this in a telephone interview with Inspiration FM News also expressed hope that the committee would expedite actions to complete its deliverables so that Akwa Ibom workers can take advantage of the gesture.

The Labour leader in the state urged Akwa Ibom workers to maintain diligence in discharging duties at their respective areas of engagements.

He also assured them of the Union’s Commitment to protect the workers interest.

October 24, 2024 Civil Societies Applaud Governor Umo Eno for 80,000 Naira Minimum Wage
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Civil Societies Applaud Governor Umo Eno for 80,000 Naira Minimum Wage

The Chairman Civil Society Organisation in Akwa Ibom state, Mr. HARRY UDOH reacted to the State government’s announcement of 80,000 Naira as new minimum wage for all state government employees.

Recall that in a release signed by the Commissioner of Information, INI EMEOBONG, yesterday, the State Governor, Pastor UMO ENO had announced 80,000 Naira as minimum wage for workers in the state.

This, according to the release, is reflective of the state government’s commitment to improving the welfare of its workforce.

However, in his reaction to the development, Mr. HARRY UDOH commended the state government for the efforts, adding that Akwa Ibom is one the few states that have gone beyond the minimum wage threshold stipulated by the federal government.

He noted that the increase would not pose negative impact on the economy if the government drives more interventions to boost food production in the state.

October 24, 2024 Governor Umo Eno Holds Budget Performance Meeting With Excos
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Governor Umo Eno Holds Budget Performance Meeting With Excos

To ensure conformity of the 2025 proposed budget with the ARISE Agenda and to achieve a high budget performance, Governor UMO ENO has held a review meeting with his cabinet members and heads of Agencies.

The meeting held from the 21st 23rd October at the Ibom Icon Hotel and Golf Resort.

In a statement made available to newsmen by Barrister Ini Ememobong, the Commissioner for Information, it was emphasized that the budget is a critical document, and if it is not put right,

implementation of the budget cannot be right.

The Governor specifically noted that the review is an opportunity for all critical team members to contribute to the direction of the administration for 2025.

The Commissioners and Heads of Agencies presented their proposed budget at the meeting and the  presentations were extensively deliberated upon.

October 23, 2024 BREAKING: Akwa Ibom State Announces 80,000 Naira as Minimum Wage
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BREAKING: Akwa Ibom State Announces 80,000 Naira as Minimum Wage

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced that the State Government will pay a new minimum wage of N80,000 for all state government employees.
To ensure a smooth rollout of this policy, the governor has also constituted an implementation committee, which has been given one month to deliver its report on how the wage increase will be executed.
The committee, chaired by the Head of the Civil Service, includes the following as members:
• Chairman, State Civil Service Commission
• Chairman, Local Government Service Commission
• Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance
• Permanent Secretary, Department of Establishments
• Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning
• Permanent Secretary/Solicitor General, Ministry of Justice
• Permanent Secretary/Accountant General
• Permanent Secretary, Local Government Service Commission
• Permanent Secretary, Office of the Head of Civil Service
• Director of Budget
• State Chairman, Joint Public Service Negotiating Council
• Secretary, Joint Public Sector Negotiating Council
• State Chairperson, Nigeria Labour Congress, Akwa Ibom State
• State Chairman, Trade Union Congress, Akwa Ibom State
• State President, Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE)
This announcement is reflective of the state government’s commitment to improving the welfare of its workforce.

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