Governor approves nine-month salary arrears payment for sanitation workers
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the payment of nine months’ salary arrears to 2,369 sanitation workers across the state.
The payment, facilitated by the Kano State Executive Council, covers outstanding dues from June 2024 to February 2025.
The Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Dahir Hashim, who disclosed this to journalists on Tuesday, explained that the approval is a significant move to support environmental sustainability in the state.
He praised the state’s ongoing commitment to improving its citizens’ quality of life and environmental hygiene.
“This action is a testament to the tireless efforts of His Excellency, Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to foster a cleaner and healthier environment for all.
“The timely payment of these arrears will go a long way in motivating our sanitation workers, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their duties despite the delay,” Hashim stated.
He added, “The sanitation workers, who have been instrumental in maintaining cleanliness across Kano State, have displayed remarkable patience over the past months as they awaited their compensation.”
Hashim appreciated the Kano State Executive Council for its support in facilitating the payment.
The commissioner confirmed that other sanitation personnel, including House-to-House Inspectors and members of the Sanitation Vanguard, will soon be assessed for similar opportunities.
The ministry urged workers to be prepared for upcoming evaluations and payments.
