The Katsina State government has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for civil servants.

Governor of the state, Dikko Radda announced the development during a press briefing on Friday.

The adjustment comes into Effect From December 1st, 2024.

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The move came months after President Bola Tinubu approved ₦70,000 as the new minimum wage for workers. This followed several negotiations by labour unions, the private sector, and the government over a new minimum wage.