Alhaji Muhammad Sani-Abdullahi Bunza, the Accord Party gubernatorial candidate in Kebbi State, has promised to pay a minimum wage of N500,000 to civil servants in the state if elected. He made this pledge at the Candidates Engagement Forum, organised by the Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Birnin Kebbi. The candidate expressed concern that the current take-home pay of Nigerian workers does not match the reality on the ground.
Sani-Abdullahi Bunza lamented that civil servants in Kebbi State are subjected to trauma and hardship due to unpopular government policies. He stated that these policies are driving workers into hopelessness. The candidate emphasized that workers are the engine room of every nation's development and must be treated with dignity. He assured that he would prioritize improving workers' welfare if elected as Governor of Kebbi State.
The gubernatorial candidate stressed that Nigeria has the resources to pay workers a living wage, not just a minimum wage. He noted that workers in Nigeria are often treated as slaves by those in positions of authority. Sani-Abdullahi Bunza promised to change this narrative if elected, stating that he is contesting to liberate Kebbi and its people, not for personal aggrandizement.
Security is one of Sani-Abdullahi Bunza's top priorities, and he expressed concern that current governments at all levels are not doing enough to address banditry, kidnapping, and other criminal activities in Kebbi State and Nigeria. He observed that those in corridors of power and their families are often shielded from these security threats. The candidate pledged to tackle security head-on to give the people of Kebbi a sense of hope and peace.
Sani-Abdullahi Bunza, who is also a farmer, promised to transform agriculture in Kebbi State if elected. He stated that he understands the intricacies of farming and would work to unlock the state's agricultural potential. This move is expected to boost economic growth and improve the livelihoods of residents in the state.
The Accord Party gubernatorial candidate emphasized that his campaign is focused on bringing about positive change in Kebbi State. He urged voters to support him in the upcoming election, promising to work tirelessly to address the state's challenges. Sani-Abdullahi Bunza's manifesto includes improving education, healthcare, and infrastructure, among other key sectors.
As the election approaches, Sani-Abdullahi Bunza's pledge to pay a N500,000 minimum wage has generated significant interest among civil servants and residents of Kebbi State. His commitment to addressing security and agricultural challenges has also resonated with many. The Accord Party gubernatorial candidate's chances of winning the election remain to be seen, but his proposals have undoubtedly sparked a crucial conversation about the state's future.
Key points
- Accord Party's Sani-Abdullahi Bunza pledges to pay N500,000 minimum wage to civil servants in Kebbi State if elected.
- The candidate prioritizes security, agriculture, and workers' welfare in his campaign.
- Sani-Abdullahi Bunza aims to transform Kebbi State's agriculture sector, leveraging his experience as a farmer.
