Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the November 16 governorship election in the state, has approved a minimum wage of N73,000 for civil servants in the state. This exceeds the federal government’s agreed-upon minimum wage of N70,000.
Aiyedatiwa made this announcement at the Ondo Central APC flag-off campaign ahead of the forthcoming election. His deputy, Chief Olayide Adelami, and top party members accompanied him.
The governor highlighted his administration’s achievements in improving the welfare of civil servants. He emphasized that the state government has paid workers’ salaries regularly and provided training opportunities and promotion exercises.
Aiyedatiwa also showcased various developmental projects undertaken by his administration. These include rural road construction to ease food transportation and ensure food security, strengthening the security architecture, and renovating primary and secondary schools.
In the health sector, the governor noted that medical personnel salaries have been increased to reduce brain drain. Additionally, his administration has implemented various youth empowerment programs to promote entrepreneurship and self-reliance.
The governor urged citizens to vote for APC on November 16, 2024, to continue his administration’s progress. He expressed confidence that his government would complete ongoing projects and initiate new ones if re-elected.
Aiyedatiwa’s campaign council and APC chairman expressed optimism about his re-election, predicting a landslide victory. The campaign council’s director general, Hon Abiola Makinde, praised the governor’s performance, while APC chairman Ade Adetimehin urged party members to canvass support for Aiyedatiwa’s re-election....Read Full Article [Click Here>]
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FLASH: The Governor of Ondo State, Hon @LuckyAiyedatiwa has announced the implementation of N73,000 minimum wage for workers in the State
He made the announcement Today during the flag off of the senatorial district campaign ahead of the November 16 Governorship election. pic.twitter.com/0cCFyXgJyT
— Ondo State APC (@OndoAPC) October 12, 2024
