Goverment Sets New Benchmark With ₦85,000 Minimum Wage and ₦100,000 Christmas Bonus
Goverment Sets New Benchmark With ₦85,000 Minimum Wage and ₦100,000 Christmas Bonus
Rivers State has once again taken a leading role in Nigeria’s labour landscape with Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s recent announcement of a new minimum wage of ₦85,000 for civil servants. The development represents a major leap forward for workers’ welfare, setting a benchmark that many other states may soon be pressured to follow.
In addition to the wage increase, Governor Fubara approved a ₦100,000 Christmas bonus for all civil servants in the state. Reports confirm that the bonus has already begun hitting workers’ bank accounts, adding a welcome layer of relief ahead of the festive season.
The governor’s decision comes at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising living costs and economic uncertainty. By implementing this wage review and festive bonus, the administration is signaling its commitment to improving the livelihood of public workers and strengthening the social welfare structure within the state.
Observers note that this move could influence broader national conversations around salary adjustments, especially as debates on a new national minimum wage continue. Labour unions across the country have repeatedly emphasized the need for wages that reflect current economic realities, and Rivers State’s new policy may serve as a model for others to emulate.
For civil servants in the state, the announcement has been met with excitement and appreciation, with many describing it as a timely intervention and a demonstration of responsive governance.
With this bold step, Rivers State reinforces its reputation as a pacesetter in worker-friendly policies—setting a new standard that aligns with the aspirations of labour communities across Nigeria.
