By Charles Maduka
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has instructed the immediate release of June salaries to all government employees, starting Monday, to help them prepare for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
This announcement was made through a statement by the Governor’s Press Secretary, Malam Abubakar Bawa. The directive covers all state and local government workers, including those under the Local Government Education Authority and retirees.
According to Bawa, this marks the third time the state government is disbursing salaries ahead of a major religious holiday to support workers financially.
Governor Aliyu, who is currently on pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, explained that the early payment was aimed at easing economic pressure on workers and allowing them to make adequate preparations for the festive period, including the purchase of sacrificial animals.
He urged civil servants to remain diligent and responsible in their duties, noting, “To whom much is given, much is expected.”
The governor also highlighted other measures his administration has implemented to support workers. These include consistent salary payments, the reintroduction of financial allocations to ministries and agencies, distribution of festive items, and settling of pension and gratuity arrears.
“I expect the civil servants to respond positively by being punctual and dedicated to their responsibilities,” he added.
Governor Aliyu reaffirmed his commitment to revitalizing the public service to promote good governance and efficient service delivery. He also assured residents that his administration would continue to bring development across all areas of the state.
He concluded by wishing all citizens a peaceful and joyful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
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