Government increases minimum wage to N104,00, doctors’ salaries now N582,000

Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has made a noteworthy announcement regarding a substantial increase in the minimum wage for civil servants within the state.

This new wage, now set at N104,000, reflects the governor’s commitment to improving the financial well-being of state workers.

During an engaging meeting with members of the labor force, held at the Government House in Owerri, the governor detailed the rationale behind this decision.

He highlighted that the increase in wages has been made possible due to a notable rise in the state’s internally generated revenue, coupled with an enhancement in federal allocations. This financial uplift not only provides relief to workers but also seeks to invigorate the local economy.

In addition to the minimum wage hike, Governor Uzodimma also announced an increase in the monthly salaries for medical doctors working within the state civil service, which will now be set at N582,000.

This adjustment underscores the importance of healthcare professionals and aims to attract and retain talent in the state’s medical field.

The governor addressed the pressing issue of pension arrears by allocating a significant sum of sixteen billion naira to clear outstanding gratuities for pensioners.

Governor Uzodimma expressed that these changes to the salary structure are strategically designed to not only enhance the morale and productivity of civil servants but also to drive economic growth across Imo State.