posted December 11, 2023
The Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has pledged to ensure the prompt payment of December salaries and pensions for government workers and pensioners in Edo State. This timely action will undoubtedly bring relief to many individuals and families during the holiday season.
Additionally, the announcement mentions a 13th-month package that is set to be paid on December 27, 2023. This is an extra bonus and a special incentive provided by the state government to further contribute to the well-being of the recipients.
According to the Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Media Projects, Crusoe Osagie said workers and pensioners received their salaries and pensions in the early hours of Monday, December 11, 2023, in line with the announcement earlier made to that effect.
He said, “The Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has paid the salaries and pensions of workers and pensioners in the State for the month of December, 2023.
“The Governor Obaseki-led administration made the pledge to pay 13th month salary on Workers Day, as a gesture to appreciate the workers for their steadfastness and also ameliorate the hardship caused by the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government.”
According to him, “The 13th month salary is slated to be paid on December 27th, as earlier announced.”
He noted that the state government prioritizes workers’ welfare, in addition to the reforms in the public and civil service.