The Minister of Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has approved the immediate payment of N70,000 as new minimum wage for staff of the Administration.
A statement by the acting Head of Civil Service of FCT, Mrs. Grace Adayil said the new wages is to ameliorate the plight of workers under the employ of Federal Capital Territory Administration ,FCTA.
According to the statement, the Minister also granted approval for payment of three months arrears for all staff of the Administration with effect from November, 2024.
The statement further stated that the move was part of the commitment of the Minister to the welfare and well-being of the staff.
According to the Head of Service, the gesture will further spur the entire staff of the Administration to support the Minister to continue to deliver on the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.