Gombe State Government has approved the full implementation of the new national minimum wage for workers in the local government system across the state.
The approval was conveyed by the Head of Civil Service, Prof. Mu’azu Shehu, on Friday 24th April 2026. The SSG said the approval covers staff of the 11 local government councils, Local Education Authority (LEA) and primary healthcare workers.
He noted that the implementation will take effect from May 2026, adding that the state government has now cleared the outstanding 43 per cent balance, bringing the wage structure to 100 percent implementation.
According to him, “The decision was made possible due to improved fiscal conditions at the local government level, which now enables councils to meet salary obligations without disruption.”
The SSG noted that the full implementation of the minimum wage is expected to boost workers’ morale, improve productivity, and strengthen service delivery at the grassroots.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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