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Ebonyi State Governor Approves Minimum Wage Increase, New Tenure Policy for Directors

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Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has taken significant steps to improve the working conditions and benefits of civil servants in the state. The governor approved a minimum wage increase of N90,000, up from the previous N75,000, and also introduced an eight-year tenure policy for directors in the civil service. The new policies are aimed at improving the lives of Ebonyi State workers and addressing issues of gender-based violence. The state government also plans to key into a $1 billion grant for developmental purposes and has set up a committee to review the proposal.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ebonyi State Governor has approved a minimum wage increase of N20,000, bringing the new minimum wage to N90,000 for civil servants.
  • The state government has introduced an eight-year tenure policy for directors in the civil service, with immediate implementation for affected permanent secretaries and directors.
  • The governor has approved an endorsement of expression of interest to participate in a $1 billion grant for developmental purposes.
  • A five-man committee has been set up to review the proposal and revert back to the Council for further executive actions.
  • The state government plans to include the Ebonyi Creative Industry in its empowerment programs via film loans/grants to 20 indigenous film producers.
  • The governor has approved a radio tour across media houses in the state to bridge the gap in fostering a holistic and sustainable approach towards eradicating gender-based violence.

Statistics:

  • The new minimum wage for civil servants in Ebonyi State is N90,000, an increase of N20,000 from the previous N75,000.
  • The eight-year tenure policy for directors in the civil service aims to improve the working conditions and benefits of civil servants.
  • The state government plans to participate in a $1 billion grant for developmental purposes, which includes free internet access for students and the general public.
  • The committee reviewing the proposal has a deadline to revert back to the Council for further executive actions.

Sources:

  • Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Bart. Ikeuwa Omebe
  • Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru
  • Exco meeting in Abakaliki

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