Delta Governor Exposes Jaw-Dropping Pay Gap Between State Workers
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has revealed that his monthly salary is ₦503,000, making him one of the lowest-paid governors in Nigeria. This comes as a surprise, especially considering that Permanent Secretaries in the state earn about ₦900,000 monthly.
Delta's Salary Structure Exposed
The governor made the disclosure while speaking about workers' welfare and the structure of remuneration in the state's public service. His statement refers to salary figures and does not include possible allowances and other official entitlements attached to public offices. According to Oborevwori, Permanent Secretaries earn more than the governor, with a monthly salary of ₦900,000, while his own salary is ₦503,000.
Efforts to Improve Workers' Welfare
The governor's administration has repeatedly highlighted efforts to improve workers' welfare in Delta State. Oborevwori has introduced measures aimed at supporting civil servants, including approving a 13th-month salary for state workers. However, the figures quoted by the governor refer specifically to salary. The total remuneration of political office holders may also include approved allowances and other benefits attached to their positions.
A Glimpse into Nigeria's Salary Structure
In Nigeria, salaries and allowances for political office holders are determined under guidelines set by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). Civil servants' earnings, on the other hand, follow the structure of the public service. Oborevwori's remarks come amid ongoing public discussions around government spending, workers' pay, and the need to improve the welfare of civil servants across the country.
Ongoing Discussions on Government Spending
The revelation has sparked heated debates on the need for a salary increase for civil servants. Many are calling for a review of the salary structure to ensure that civil servants are adequately compensated for their work. As the discussions continue, it remains to be seen how the government will address the issue of pay disparity between political office holders and civil servants.
The governor's comments have shed light on the salary structure in Delta State, but the issue of pay disparity remains a contentious topic in Nigeria. As the government continues to grapple with the issue, one thing is certain – the welfare of civil servants will be at the forefront of the discussions.
Source: Pulse.ng
