The Governor of Imo state, Hope Uzodimma has announced a new minimum wage of N40,000 for workers in the state to ease the pains caused by the removal of fuel subsidy.
The governor also announced N5 billion revolving loan for farmers, as well as free transportation and medical care.
Uzodimma made the announcement during a special meeting with critical Imo stakeholders, on Saturday in Owerri.
The governor said the free transportation, feeding, and medical care were for civil servants.
He said other palliatives include the establishment of marketing and commodity boards, mass housing, and recruitment of more teachers.
Uzodimma said that the government had also a initiated scholarship scheme for Imo students, while retirees will be paid promptly.
He expressed confidence that the measures would stimulate the economy, create additional jobs and enhance workers’ wages.
Uzodimma directed the state Head of Service to work out the modalities for daily free meals for civil servants as well as free medical treatment in designated hospitals.
He said the government would train 100,000 youths annually in digital skills through the Ministry of Digital Economy and E-Government.
