Governor of Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang gives approval for disbursement of all outstanding wages
The Governor of Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang has given approval for the disbursement of gratuities, death benefits, and pension arrears amounting to approximately N20 billion, covering the period from 1985 till date.While delivering his speech at the workers retreat he said welfare of civil servants is of utmost importance of his administration have cleared the backlog of inherited salaries spanning over four months. His administration is current with salary payments and has approved the disbursement of the 90% Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) and a 75% hazard allowance.Likewise, his administration has granted a 75% Hazard Allowance to other health workers, including the Joint Health Workers Union (JOHESU) and the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives. Additionally, measures are underway to address longstanding issues such as gratuities, death benefits, and pension arrears, with the last gratuity payment made in 1985.Under his leadership, he promised to consistently uphold the values and ethics of the civil service, fostering an environment for all sectors to thrive. His guiding principles include fairness, justice, and equity in our treatment of every worker.He said the time is now for mutual benefit, industrial harmony, worker welfare, training, prompt payment of salaries, and promotions. With God’s grace and citizens cooperation, he will seamlessly achieve these goals.