President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, said his administration would soon increase the salaries of civil servants, which is set to take effect following the implementation of a new minimum wage.
He said this in his speech at a nationwide broadcast on Monday night.
Tinubu emphasised that the recent removal of fuel subsidy marks the beginning of a new era, transitioning the nation from a period of “darkness” to 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”.
