The governor made this declaration during a meeting with members of the state labour force held at the Government House in Owerri, as part of efforts to improve the welfare and living standards of civil servants in the state.
In a related move, the monthly salary for medical doctors in the state civil service has been increased to ₦582,000, representing a significant boost to the remuneration of medical professionals in the state.
Governor Uzodimma attributed the upward review of wages to the state's improved financial situation, resulting from an increase in internally generated revenue and federal allocations.
The governor emphasized that the new salary structure is aimed at stimulating Imo State's economy, boosting the morale and productivity of civil servants, and ensuring that workers in the state receive a fair and living wage.
In addition to the salary increases, Governor Uzodimma also announced a significant allocation of ₦16 billion to offset outstanding gratuity arrears for pensioners in the state, demonstrating his administration's commitment to the welfare and well-being of retired civil servants.
The governor's announcement is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of thousands of civil servants, pensioners, and their families in Imo State, and is seen as a major achievement for the Uzodimma administration.