From Noah Ebije, Kaduna
The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the approval of a salary increase ranging between 25% and 35% for civil servants on the remaining six Consolidated Salary Structures.
President Tinubu had in May day speech announced salary increase for public civil servants in the country.
The Foundation also applauded the President for approving a pay rise for pensioners under the Defined Benefits Scheme (DBS).
This was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Foundation, Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani on Wednesday.
The statement highlighted the Foundation’s Grand Patron, His Excellency, Ambassador Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd) CFR, former Chief of Army Staff for expressing confidence in President Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda.
“The Grand Patron emphasized that the salary increase would undoubtedly bring smiles back to Nigerian workers, just as he acknowledged their relentless dedication to the nation’s progress.
“The salary and pension increase are a step in the right direction and hope for more increases in the nearest future in order to further cushion the inflationary trend in the economy on the workers.
“General Buratai urged the public to rally behind President Tinubu’s administration, expressing concern over prevalent issues such as fuel scarcity and the escalating prices of goods in the market.
“Despite the Naira’s appreciation against the dollar, the Grand Patron noted that these economic challenges persist, calling for solidarity and support from all citizens.
“General Buratai extended his heartfelt salute to Nigerian workers for their unwavering sacrifices towards the nation’s prosperity. Their dedication and commitment do not go unnoticed, and their efforts are instrumental in shaping a brighter future for all”. The statement said.