Jonathan Advocates for Civil Service Salary Review in Bayelsa

During the foundation-laying and fund-raising ceremony for the Bayelsa State Association of Retired Permanent Secretaries’ Secretariat Complex in Yenagoa, former President Goodluck Jonathan called on the Federal Government and state governments to review civil servants' salaries. He stated that proper reforms are essential for a stronger civil service across Nigeria.

Jonathan praised the retired permanent secretaries for their initiative and noted that the quality of personnel in Bayelsa State's public service is comparable to that at the federal level. He recalled his tenure as Governor when he restructured the state civil service to introduce Grade Level 17 for Directors.

Jonathan emphasized that the new secretariat would benefit both retirees and the public, advocating for uniform civil service structures nationwide. Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, represented by Head of Service Dr. Ebiye Sawyer, pledged government support for the project.

The complex, costing N500 million, will include administrative offices, event halls, and recreational facilities, and is expected to be completed in two years.