Governor Monday Okpebholo has raised the minimum wage for Edo State workers from N70,000 to N75,000 in a bid to improve their living standard.

The governor made the announcement while delivering his May Day speech at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State on Thursday May 1.

“Today, I’m proud to announce that our administration has approved a new minimum wage of N75,000 per month for Edo workers.

“It’s our way of saying thank you, Edo workers. We believe this will make a real difference and in return, we count on your major renewed dedication as we build a better Edo together.

“Since assuming office, my administration has remained fully committed to the welfare of our workers. One of our first actions in office was to convert many casual workers who, for years, had no job security, into the core civil service, giving them stability and peace of mind.

“We hired 500 new teachers to ease class pressure and help students learn better.

“We are also reviewing the casual position of over 3,000 Edo State teachers for possible full employment because their effort will shape our children’s future”, he said.

-9News Nigeria.