Christmas Bonus: Nigerian Governor Announces N150k for Workers

• Ebonyi governor Francis Nwifuru has announced ₦150,000 Christmas bonuses for each worker in the state
• Monday Uzor, the chief press secretary to the governor, confirmed the development in a Facebook post on Thursday, December 12
• In December 2023, the governor announced a ₦100,000 Christmas bonus for the worker, and the 2024 bonus had a significantly different

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has announced that every worker in the state will get ₦150,000 Christmas bonus. This was confirmed by Monday Uzor, the governor's chief press secretary, in a Facebook post on Thursday, December 12.

Uzor further disclosed that the workers should be expecting alerts of the bonuses on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. The governor's aide noted that the move demonstrated Nwifuru's commitment to workers' welfare, adding that the previous year's bonus was ₦100,000.

This increase demonstrates the governor's dedication to improving the lives of state workers. The bonus is a welcome surprise for the workers, who will undoubtedly appreciate the extra financial support during the holiday season.

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Ebonyi began implementing a new minimum wage

In addition to the Christmas bonus, the Ebonyi State government has also commenced the full implementation of the new minimum wage act. This move exceeds the minimum wage of ₦70,000, with an additional ₦5,000 for Ebonyi workers. This development reiterates the state government's consistency in improving workers' welfare.

The governor's efforts to improve the lives of state workers have not gone unnoticed. His administration has made significant strides in prioritizing workers' welfare, and this latest move is a testament to that commitment. As the holiday season approaches, the workers of Ebonyi State can look forward to a brighter and more prosperous future.

The Christmas bonus and the implementation of the new minimum wage act are clear indications of Governor Nwifuru's dedication to the well-being of state workers. As the state continues to prioritize workers' welfare, it is likely that Ebonyi State will become a model for other states to follow in terms of worker satisfaction and overall quality of life.

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Ebonyi governor shares cash to 95 graduates

Legit.ng earlier reported that Ebonyi state governor Francis Nwifuru had shared ₦105,000,000 start-up capital with 895 vocational training graduates.

According to the governor, each of the trainees under the Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru Empowerment Programme (FONEP) will receive ₦3 million each to begin their entrepreneurship journey.

The governor reiterated that the beneficiaries of the funds would be monitored to ensure that the money was spent in the right channel.

Source: Legit.ng