Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has commended the workers in the state and nationwide on the 2025 International Workers’ Day, acknowledging the labour force’s pivotal role in driving democratic governance, national development, and societal advancement.”
Addressing workers in Kano, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare, unveiling initiatives aimed at enhancing working conditions, boosting their morale.
“Today is not merely a public holiday,” the governor said. “It is a day rooted in history—for sacrifice and the struggle for justice, equity, and the dignity of labour.”
“Through deliberate and determined efforts, we have successfully ensured that the new minimum wage for civil servants in Kano State stands at ₦71,000. This is a bold and commendable step toward enhancing workers’ welfare,” he said.
He stressed that the new salary structure is designed to cushion the effects of economic hardship, raise morale, and improve productivity across public service.
In his speech, the State Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) Comrade Kabiru Inuwa, commended the governor for his outstanding commitment to the welfare of workers and retirees in the state.
“These achievements are not just promises fulfilled, but a reflection of the governor’s genuine concern for the labour force. Governor Yusuf has earned the trust and support of workers across the state,” Comrade Inuwa declared.
