Minimum Wage: Nigerian Governor Agrees to Pay Workers N70k, Gives Condition

• The governor of Katsina state has revealed his stance on the implementation of the new minimum wage
• Governor Dikko Radda disclosed that his administration was ready to pay workers N70,000 but waiting for FG's guidelines to facilitate a seamless implementation process
• Radda also highlighted his administration’s commitment to improving service delivery within the public sector

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina state has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing the new N70,000 minimum wage recently announced by the federal government.

Radda gave the reaffirmation while speaking during the Public Engagement, 2025 Citizens Budget Participation Process, and the launch of the Community Development Programme on Thursday, September 5.

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As reported by The Punch, he noted that the state was prepared to lead in implementing the wage hike once federal guidelines were provided.

“Katsina state is poised to be a leader in implementing the new minimum wage. We are currently awaiting the federal government’s guidelines on the implementation process to ensure a smooth and effective rollout,” the governor said.

As reported by The New Telegraph, Radda also emphasized ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing public service delivery, including competency tests for recruitment and leadership roles within the public sector.

The governor assured that these reforms, along with the new wage structure, will improve governance and boost the welfare of residents in Katsina state.

“Our commitment to reforming the public service is unwavering. We have introduced measures such as competency tests as a prerequisite for entering public service and assigning leadership roles in public offices. These steps are crucial in ensuring that we have a capable and efficient workforce serving the people of Katsina,” Radda said.

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Borno govt constitutes committee on minimum wage

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Governor Babagana Zulum inaugurated a committee to work out the N70,000 new minimum wage for workers in the Borno State civil service.

Key officials in his cabinet, including Babagana Mallumbe, the state commissioner for budget and planning, and labour leaders were involved.

Bukar Tijani, the secretary to the state government (SSG), disclosed this to the press via a statement on Wednesday.

Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng