The Sokoto state government has started paying salaries to 3,100 workers newly recruited into the state civil service. This was marked by a brief ceremony at the Cabinet Office, Sokoto, where the Head of the Sokoto State Civil Service, Abdulkadir Ahmed, officially flagged off the payment. The recruitment is part of Governor Ahmed Aliyu's campaign promise to provide jobs for the unemployed in the state.
The payment of salaries followed a verification exercise that ensured the new workers were present at their assigned ministries, departments, and agencies. According to the Head of Service, this recruitment is in addition to various skills acquisition programs organized by the administration. These programs have trained thousands of women and youths in different trades and supported them with equipment and take-off grants to start their own businesses.
The recruitment of 3,100 workers is a significant feat, especially considering that the present administration has recruited thousands of workers into the state workforce within three years. The Head of Service commended the governor's efforts and urged the new recruits to be punctual, dedicated, and committed to their duties. He emphasized the need for them to contribute to the effective delivery of public service in the state.
Some of the beneficiaries have commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for the employment opportunity and assured him of their commitment to discharging their responsibilities diligently. The governor has employed over 8,000 workers across various sectors within three years. This includes 1,805 recruits in the health sector, comprising 1,500 nurses and midwives, 175 doctors, 45 pharmacists, and 85 radiographers and other health professionals.
In addition to the civil service recruitment, 2,747 personnel have been recruited into the Sokoto State Community Guard Corps, while the Sokoto State Marshal recently recruited 1,550 personnel. These recruitments were carried out based on merit, irrespective of the applicants' political affiliations. The goal was to give every qualified indigene of the state an equal opportunity to participate.
The Sokoto state government's efforts to provide employment opportunities are complemented by various skills acquisition and empowerment programs. These programs aim to promote self-reliance, create economic opportunities, and improve the livelihoods of residents. The government has made significant strides in fulfilling its campaign promises and addressing the issue of unemployment in the state.
The newly recruited workers are expected to contribute meaningfully to the state's workforce, and their employment is seen as a boost to the state's economy. With the payment of salaries now underway, the workers can start their new roles and begin making a positive impact in their respective fields.
Key points
- The Sokoto state government has started paying salaries to 3,100 newly recruited workers, fulfilling a campaign promise to provide employment opportunities.
- The recruitment is part of the government's efforts to address unemployment and promote self-reliance in the state.
- The administration has employed over 8,000 workers across various sectors within three years, including significant recruitment in the health sector and community guard corps.
