Gov Lawal approves 13th month’s salary for Zamfara civil servants
Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the payment of 13th month’s salaries to state and local government workers in Zamfara.
Head of service Ahmed Liman announced this in a circular on Friday.
The circular directed the Ministry of Finance to effect the payment of the 13th month’s salary to all workers across the state without delay.
Highlighting the matter, the governor’s media aide, Sulaiman Idris, said in a statement on Friday that the gesture was the first of its kind in the state’s history.
According to the statement, the decision aligns with the Zamfara government’s commitment to workers’ welfare and motivating the workforce to perform well.
It said, “Today, Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the payment of end-of-year bonuses to public and civil servants in the state. This kind gesture is meant to boost the workers’ morale and provide them with financial support during the holiday season.
“This move is a testament to Governor Lawal’s desire to implement policies that will enhance working conditions, increase salaries, and provide career advancement opportunities to government workers.
“The payment of the 13th month’s salary is just one of many initiatives aimed at empowering workers and promoting economic growth in the state.”
(NAN)
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