Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has announced the implementation of the new minimum wage by his administration. The governor made this declaration during the 2024 Pensioners’ Day event held in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, on Sunday, October 12. He also revealed that senior citizens would receive consequential adjustments to their pension payments.
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has announced the implementation of a new N70,000 minimum wage for state workers. He made this announcement during the 2024 Pensioners’ Day celebration in Ado-Ekiti, which also marked the start of events commemorating the second anniversary of his administration.
Oyebanji emphasized that the minimum wage has become a law binding on all states, demonstrating his commitment to improving the lives of Ekiti residents. Additionally, pensioners will receive consequential adjustments added to their pensions.
During the event, Oyebanji presented cheques valued at N3.5 billion to 829 pensioners who retired between 2014 and March 2015. The governor’s efforts were praised by labour leaders and pensioners. Kolapo Olatunji, Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, commended Oyebanji’s administration for bringing succour and hope to retirees. The National Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Godwin Abumisi, also lauded the governor’s initiatives.
Oyebanji urged retirees to continue praying for his administration’s success. The state Head of Service, Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi, thanked pensioners for their support. The governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare and pensioners’ benefits underscores his administration’s focus on improving the lives of Ekiti residents.
