Uba Sani, governor of Kaduna, has flagged off the distribution of 7,000 motorcycles to civil servants in the state.
Speaking at the event on Friday, the governor said the initiative would alleviate workers’ suffering.
Sani, who was represented by Hadiza Balarabe, his deputy, said 400 of the motorcycles are electrically powered, adding that his administration would continue to provide better living conditions for citizens.
“It is our hope that these motorcycles will help alleviate that burden, allowing you to come to work early and focus on the tasks at hand,” the governor said.
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“The civil service is the engine of government. Civil servants play a critical role in shaping governance and facilitating the efficient delivery of essential services.”
He urged the beneficiaries to ensure prompt payment of the loan for continuous purchase of motorcycles for all civil servants in the state.
The governor noted that charging points would be established at strategic locations across the three senatorial zones.
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He said the loan scheme is a collaboration between the Kaduna state government, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Optimus Bank and Paynacle Digital Services Limited.
“Our administration recognises that massive rural and urban transformations, as well as economic revitalisation, are only possible if driven by dedicated, skilled, and well-motivated workforce,” he added.
“This is why we have intensified improvement of the working conditions of civil servants across Kaduna state.
“We are also implementing structural improvements in the environments where civil servants operate.”
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Ayuba Magaji, the NLC chairman in Kaduna, commended the governor for his commitment to the welfare of workers.
“By ensuring that these motorcycles are accessible to qualified civil servants as salary-deductible loans, Your Excellency has once again demonstrated a deep commitment to the welfare of workers,” Magaji said.
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