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A member of the House of Representatives from Borno State, Ahmed Jaha, has said that his decision to raise some issues over the tax bills passed for a second reading on Wednesday was because he felt there was a need for clarity. Jaha, who represents Chibok/Damboa/Gwoza Federal Constituency, stated this while speaking to journalists shortly
Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has announced readiness towards ensuring prompt implementation of the new national minimum wage of N70,000. The decision, according to the Governor, followed the comprehensive discussion the government held with the State Chapter of the Nigeria Labor Congress. In a media chat with journalists at the Government House , the
Imo ready to implement N70,000 minimum wage – Gov Uzodinma
Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has announced readiness towards ensuring prompt implementation of the new national minimum wage of N70,000.
The decision, according to the Governor, followed the comprehensive discussion the government held with the State Chapter of the Nigeria Labor Congress.
In a media chat with journalists at the Government House , the Governor said that the move was aimed at mitigating the negative effects of inflation that led to the high cost of living in the country.
Governor Uzodinma emphasized that his administration was committed to enhancing the well-being of the State’s workforce amid economic stagnation.
He also said that the new policy demonstrated his administration’s dedication to ensuring that workers received fair compensation for their contributions towards economic progression of the state.
The Governor urged the State Civil Servants to boost their productivity and dedication to delivering what he described as high-quality services to the people of the State.
“In line with our commitment to Imo workers, I held a productive meeting with the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in the State to draft modalities for the swift implementation of the new national minimum wage for the State workers.
“The discussion progressed smoothly and I am optimistic that with the pace we have set, the implementation of the new wage structure will commence in no distant time,” he assured.
Confirming the new development, the State Chapter Chairman of the NLC, Comrade Chigemezu Nwigwe expressed confidence in the government’s commitment to workers’ welfare, noting that plans were underway to implement the new wage structure.
The Federal Government has said that it is committed to improving the well-being of its retirees and creating a conducive atmosphere for them to live decent lives after retirement. The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reform (BPSR), Mr. Dasuki Arabi, said this on Friday in Gombe during the 2024 Pre-Retirement Training Programme for
Nigerian Govt restates commitment to retirees’ welfare
The Federal Government has said that it is committed to improving the well-being of its retirees and creating a conducive atmosphere for them to live decent lives after retirement.
The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reform (BPSR), Mr. Dasuki Arabi, said this on Friday in Gombe during the 2024 Pre-Retirement Training Programme for retired/retiring officers of selected Federal Parastatals in the North East Zone.
Arabi stated that the FG remains dedicated to improving the well-being of retirees through training and other reforms.
According to him, the bureau is arranging a national conference, which, hopefully, will be chaired by President Bola Tinubu, to address pension issues and reform the system to enhance the lives of retirees.
The DG also noted that the pre-retirement training programme for retiring officers of federal parastatals is one of the bureau’s cardinal programmes.
He further stated that the essence of the training is to prepare retiring officers for the future and ensure that the quality of their lives does not deteriorate.
Arabi added that equipping them with the right knowledge and experience for achieving a sustainable life in retirement aligns with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at improving the lives of retirees.
“The most important exercise that an employee can embark on is to prepare for retirement.
“Retirement, which marks another phase in a person’s life, is an exercise worth planning for.
“Many people have had very bad experiences in their retirement life, possibly due to their failure to adequately plan for it.
“Government, in its wisdom, thought it wise to impart some basic knowledge on how to manage life in retirement and properly utilize their retirement benefits.
“Due to the immense benefits derived from the first edition, the training has been institutionalized and is conducted annually by the bureau for retirees from federal parastatals,” he said.
The Osun State High Court has dismissed widespread reports suggesting that a young man, Olowookere Segun, was sentenced to death for stealing a fowl, describing the claims as false and maliciously distorted. This is just as the State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, announced on Thursday that Olowookere and his co-convict, Sunday Morakinyo, had been granted a
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The Osun State High Court has dismissed widespread reports suggesting that a young man, Olowookere Segun, was sentenced to death for stealing a fowl, describing the claims as false and maliciously distorted. This is just as the State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, announced on Thursday that Olowookere and his co-convict, Sunday Morakinyo, had been granted a
