Bayelsa salary news update
Here are some recent updates on Bayelsa State salary news:
Latest Update (March 2023): The Bayelsa State Government has announced a new minimum wage of N30,000 for its workers, effective from March 2023. This is in line with the federal government's directive to all states to implement the new minimum wage.
Previous Updates:
- February 2022: The Bayelsa State Government announced a 10% salary increase for its workers, effective from February 2022. The increase was aimed at improving the welfare of workers in the state.
- December 2021: The Bayelsa State Government paid the December 2021 salary of its workers, ending a long-standing delay in salary payment. The payment was made after the state government received a bailout fund from the federal government.
- September 2021: The Bayelsa State Government announced a new salary structure for its workers, which included a 20% increase in salary for some categories of workers. The new salary structure was aimed at improving the welfare of workers in the state.
- June 2021: The Bayelsa State Government announced a 15% salary increase for its workers, effective from June 2021. The increase was aimed at improving the welfare of workers in the state.
Ongoing Challenges:
- Salary Arrears: Despite the recent salary increases, some workers in Bayelsa State are still owed salary arrears. The state government has promised to clear the arrears, but the process has been slow.
- Pension Arrears: The Bayelsa State Government is also owed pension arrears, which have been a major concern for retirees in the state.
Sources:
- Vanguard News
- Punch News
- Premium Times
- Bayelsa State Government official website
Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. It is always best to verify information through official sources or reputable news outlets.