Governor Inuwa Yahaya has commended workers for their dedication and contributions to Gombe’s development.

Mr Yahaya said this on Friday in a message to mark the 2026 May Day celebration, via his media aide, Ismaila Misili.

The governor described workers as the driving force of government and a key part of his administration’s vision for a more prosperous state.

“Today, we honour the resilience, commitment and hard work of our workers. Your efforts remain the foundation of the progress we are seeing across the state,” he said.

Mr Yahaya reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fair pay and improving workers’ welfare, adding that Gombe was among the first states to implement the national minimum wage.

The governor said the state government ensured the regular payment of salaries, pensions, and other entitlements despite economic challenges.

“We are also working to clear all outstanding gratuities owed to retirees at both state and local government levels.

“We have made steady progress in improving working conditions across public institutions. Our aim is to protect the health, dignity and productivity of every worker,” he said.

Mr Yahaya said that his administration has approved full implementation of the new national minimum wage for local government employees, including staff of the 11 local government councils, local education authorities and primary healthcare workers, with effect from May 2026.

“This clears the remaining 43 per cent balance, bringing implementation to 100 per cent,” he said.

He assured that his administration would continue to place workers at the centre of its policies while promoting fairness, excellence and good governance.

While commending the role of organised labour in maintaining peace in the workplace, Mr Yahaya described their cooperation as vital to the feat achieved.

He urged workers to remain committed despite the current economic challenges and called for unity and shared responsibility.

“Our workers are central to service delivery and economic growth. I urge you to stay dedicated while we continue to ensure your efforts are recognised and fairly rewarded,” he said. 

(NAN)