Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the sum of ₦100,000 for civil servants, public servants, and pensioners in the state.
The approval was communicated in a statement that was signed and released by the States Head of Service, George Nwaeke, on Tuesday.
Dr. Nwaeke said the approval, which was given on Monday, is to enable the workers and senior citizens have a fulfilled Christmas celebration.
This is the second time within the administration of Fubara that civil servants in the state will be receiving Christmas bonus, to the tune of one hundred thousand naira, an amount which is above the value of the nation’s minimum wage and the first time that pensioners are included.
Meanwhile, in a Christmas message Fubara urged the people of the state to embrace peace, unity, and love during the festive season and beyond.
The governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi emphasised the importance of peaceful coexistence, particularly in addressing the nation’s current economic and security challenges.
He assured the people of Rivers State that the coming year would bring new opportunities and lasting fulfillment.
