----Plateau Government commences payment of N70,000 minimum wage-NLC


Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has stated that a motivated workforce is the engine of good governance as he prioritize unwavering commitment to workers welfare.

Governor declared that since assumption of office in 2023 the relationship between government and labour unions has transformed from suspicion to synergy.

The governor who was addressing Plateau workers at Polio field Jos Thursday during the occasion of international workers Day celebration, acknowledged the theme for this year’s celebration in Nigeria, “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship,” resonates deeply with country's current realities and speaks to the enduring spirit of the Nigerian worker.

He said rising cost of living and shrinking value of earnings weigh heavily on every worker. But as your Governor, I want you to know: we feel your pain, we hear your voices, and most importantly, we are taking urgent action. In response to these hardships, we have introduced measures aimed at cushioning the effects of economic pressure. 


"Among them are:a significant reduction in metro transport fares by Plateau Express Services to ease daily commuting.

"The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for a Workers’ Housing Scheme, because every worker deserves a roof over their head.The upward review of pensions to restore dignity to our retirees."

Governor Mutfwang revealed when they assumed office, the condition of our civil service was nothing short of distressing. Salaries were not only delayed; they had accumulated into a burdensome backlog. 

"Through deliberate capacity-building initiatives and the provision of modern working tools, we are retooling our workforce for greater efficiency. Offices are being renovated to provide a conducive and dignified environment for service delivery."

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have confirmed that the Plateau State government has commenced implementation of N70,000 national minimum wage.


Head of civil service in Plateau, Stephen Pam Gadong, stated that “the civil service must continue to evolve: from bureaucracy to productivity, from red tape to innovation, and from routine to results,” he said. “Let us be proud, but not complacent; grateful, but not forgetful; hopeful, but not idle.”

Gadong also commended labour unions for what he called their constructive engagements and tireless advocacy, noting that government-labour relations had entered a new phase of partnership and mutual respect.

He assured workers that his office remained committed to institutional reforms anchored on professionalism, digital efficiency, and global best practices.

NLC chairman in Plateau, Comrade Eugene Manji said workers in the state workforce started receiving their N70,000 
monthly salaries.

While appreciating the effort of Governor Mutfwang for approving payment of land for workers housing estate to the tune of over N300 million and other demands of labour unions, Manji seek for governor's interventions, saying workers have housing deficit and lack buses at the Secretariat.