
The Nigerian Union Of Local Government Employees NULGE has commended Governor Badaru Abubakar of jigawa state for given adequate priority to the payment of civil servants salaries and entitlements.
The National president of the Union Comrade Akeem Ambali Olatunji stated this when he led the national, zonal and state executives of the union to Dutse government house.
According to him, the leadership of NULGE were at government house Dutse to present an award of honour to governor Badaru who was conferred as Labour Governor of The Year 2021 by the Union.
The president explained that, the governor was chosen for the award in consideration of his performance and good relationship with workers whom he regards as key partners in governance.
Mr Akeem further explained that, as reports shown how activities have been paralyzed in many local government secretariats across the country, in Jigawa state the story is different as all the 27 local government are kept busy and vibrant by governor Badaru’s policies.
“We are aware that, Governor Badaru was the first Governor to implemented the 30,000 minimum wage and also he never failed in paying workers salary since assuming the mantle of leadership in the state.~ He said
Mr Akeem pointed out that, the payment of worker’s pension, gratuity and other entitlements in Jigawa state is up to date, therefore NULGE commended the governor and also present the award in appreciation to his passion for the workers welfare.
In his remarks, Governor Badaru expressed his happiness and appreciation for the honour described as a source of encouragement.
The Governor, therefore, promised to continue collaborating with civil servants who are the engine room of government for effective public service delivery in the state.