Akwa Ibom Govt To Commence Payment Of N80, 000 New Minimum Wage, Arrears

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State - In a move that is expected to bring joy to the faces of civil servants in Akwa Ibom State, the state government has announced that it will commence payment of the new minimum wage of N80,000, as well as arrears owed to workers.

The announcement was made by the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, who revealed that the state government has approved the payment of the new minimum wage to all state employees. According to the Governor, the payment is part of the state government's efforts to improve the welfare of its workers and boost their morale.

"We are committed to the welfare of our workers, and we believe that this new minimum wage will go a long way in improving their standard of living," Governor Eno said. "We are also paying the 13th month salary to our workers, as a way of showing our appreciation for their hard work and dedication to the state."

The payment of the new minimum wage and arrears is expected to commence immediately, and it is expected to affect over 10,000 civil servants in the state. The state government has assured workers that the payment will be made in a transparent and fair manner, and that all eligible workers will receive their payments without delay.

The announcement has been welcomed by workers in the state, who have been struggling to make ends meet due to the economic challenges facing the country. "We are very happy with the announcement," said Comrade Iniobong Ekong, Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Akwa Ibom State. "The payment of the new minimum wage and arrears will go a long way in improving the welfare of our members, and we commend the state government for taking this bold step."

The payment of the new minimum wage and arrears is also expected to have a positive impact on the economy of Akwa Ibom State, as it will increase the disposable income of workers and boost consumer spending. "This is a welcome development," said Dr. Emmanuel Onwioduokit, a lecturer in the Department of Economics at the University of Uyo. "The payment of the new minimum wage and arrears will increase the purchasing power of workers, and this will have a positive impact on the economy of the state."

In conclusion, the payment of the new minimum wage and arrears by the Akwa Ibom State Government is a bold step that is expected to improve the welfare of workers in the state. The state government has demonstrated its commitment to the welfare of its workers, and it is expected that this move will have a positive impact on the economy of the state.

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