President Bola Tinubu announced on Monday that his administration will shortly raise civil officials’ salary, which would take effect following the adoption of a new minimum wage.
He(President Tinubu) said this during his speech, which was broadcast nationally on Monday night.
Tinubu emphasized that the recent withdrawal of gasoline subsidies marked the start of a new era, ushering the country out of a period of “darkness” and into a promising “new dawn.”
The announcement comes against the backdrop of the recent removal of fuel subsidies that have resulted in economic challenges for citizens.
His words:
“Once we agree on the new minimum wage and general upward review, we will make budget provision for it for immediate implementation.
“I want to use this opportunity to salute many private employers in the Organised Private Sector who have already implemented general salary review for employees.
“Fellow Nigerians, this period may be hard on us, and there is no doubt about it that it is tough on us. But I urge you all to look beyond the present temporary pains and aim at the larger picture.
“All of our good and helpful plans are in the works. More importantly, I know that they will work”.