The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has conferred Outstanding Pro- labour Award on Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya in recognition of his excellent policies and commitment to promoting decent work agenda.
The award was presented to the Governor during the TUC’s maiden Award Night and Dinner which took place at the International Conference Centre, Abuja.
According to the National President of TUC, Comrade Festus Osifo, Governor Inuwa was chosen for the award in recognition of his administration’s prompt payment of workers’ salaries and pensions as well as clearing of backlog of gratuities owed retirees by previous administrations in his state, and other pro- workers policies.
The Governor was represented at the event by his Deputy, Dr Mannasah Daniel Jatau who led a high powered delegation, including the Commissioners of Finance and Economic Development, and Trade, Industry and Tourism; Special Adviser on Budget Planning and Development Partner Coordination; Principal Private Secretary to the Governor among others.
