Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has expressed his commitment to the implementation of new minimum wage and other welfare packages for workers in the state, stressing that the provision of a conducive working environment for better performance would not be compromised.
In a statement made available to newsmen by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mal. Bologi Ibrahim, to mark International Workers Day, the governor praised the entire work force in the state for their resilience and understanding in the face of harsh economic and security challenges bedevilling the state.
While acknowledging the significant role of workers in nation-building, the governor described the contributions of civil servants as pivotal to the implementation of his administration's policies and programmes.
He observed that a vibrant workforce was essential and critical to achieving good governance.
The farmer governor then expressed the determination of his administration to continue to evolve strategies to make the civil service more efficient and effective in service delivery.
He also reminded workers of the need to ensure professionalism and keep to the ethics of the civil service, even as they remain focused, dedicated, and committed in the discharge of their duties.