Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and well-being of workers, emphasizing the importance of a productive and effective workforce.
The governor made this statement during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration, themed: "Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship."
The celebration commenced with an inspection by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, followed by a march past by various unions and their affiliates.
May Day is commemorated annually to honour workers and recognize their vital contributions to nation-building.
Governor Fintiri who was represented by his deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, praised the dedication and service of workers to the state and the country.
He pledged continued collaboration with labour unions and other stakeholders to address pressing issues affecting the workforce.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving working conditions, ensuring timely salary payments, and creating opportunities for capacity building and human capital development.
He also acknowledged the workforce shortfall caused by annual retirements and other factors and announced the reopening of the civil service portal to help bridge the gap.
In his remarks, the State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Emmanuel Fashe, lamented the economic hardship faced by Nigerians due to federal government policies, which he said have made it difficult for workers to live with dignity.
He emphasized the need to reclaim the civic space through organized efforts involving workers, civil society, and community groups.
According to him, such collective action is crucial for amplifying voices, holding leaders accountable, and pushing for people-centered policies.
Comrade Fashe commended Governor Fintiri for his dedication to improving working conditions and reaffirmed labour’s support for his transformational agenda in Adamawa State.
He, however, outlined several unresolved challenges faced by workers and presented key demands to include the full implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage for local government workers, a N30,000 general increment for all pensioners (including those at the local government level), and the governor’s assent to a media bill passed by the State Assembly to improve the welfare of media professionals.
Other demands include payment of three months’ arrears of consequential adjustment under the N30,000 national minimum wage,a review of the civil service rules,Implementation of promotions for primary school teachers,release of promotion letters for post-primary school teachers,and lifting of the employment ban to fill existing vacancies in the civil service.
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