Ekiti Peace Corps Commanders Laud Oyebanji Over N70,000 Minimum Wage Inclusion.

Ekiti Peace Corps Commanders Laud Oyebanji Over N70,000 Minimum Wage Inclusion.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

The Local Government Sector Commanders of the Ekiti State Peace Corps have expressed their heartfelt appreciation to the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for including them in the payment of the new minimum wage of ₦70,000.

In a letter addressed to the Governor, the commanders commended Oyebanji for his worker-friendly policies and the recent integration of the Peace Corps into the state’s workforce. According to the letter, the payment of the new minimum wage in their December salaries came as a pleasant surprise.

“Our joy knows no bounds, not only for the payment of the new minimum wage to us but also for officially recognizing us as part of the Ekiti State workforce. We can now proudly identify as ‘Ekiti Workers’ due to this inclusivity in the scheme of workers' welfare,” the letter read.

The commanders also lauded the governor's impactful policies over the past two years, emphasizing that they had not been left behind in the administration's strides toward worker empowerment and welfare.

“We are bold to assure Your Excellency of our unshaken loyalty at all times. We are determined to continue demonstrating unwavering support towards the success of your administration. By God’s grace, we will employ every lawful means to sustain the vision of Your Excellency beyond 2026, knowing fully well we will continue to benefit from your leadership,” the statement added.

The commanders concluded their letter by expressing gratitude for the governor's efforts in putting smiles on the faces of Peace Corps members and pledged their continuous support.