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<p>Employees of Kano State Investment and Properties (KSIP) have raised concerns over the non-implementation of the newly approved N71,000 minimum wage in their salaries.</p>
<p>The Kano State Executive Council, led by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, approved the wage increase, scheduled to take effect from November 2024. However, KSIP workers are yet to receive the revised salary, despite the growing economic pressures caused by inflation.</p>
<p>*Allegations Against the Managing Director*</p><div class="SXtLlSpG" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>Reports indicate that KSIP’s Managing Director, Auwalu Muktari Bichi, has already adjusted his own salary in line with the state government&#8217;s new policy, while the same adjustment has not been extended to other employees.</p>
<p>A source within KSIP questioned the Managing Director’s decision, stating:<br />
&#8220;How can he claim the budget has not been approved, yet he increased his own salary? This is unfair to the workforce.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Employees argue that, as a corporate entity operating a five-day workweek with professional standards, they are entitled to the salary increment approved by the governor.</p>
<p>*Calls for Investigation Amid Staff Complaints*</p>
<p>Discontent among KSIP employees has fueled calls for a thorough investigation into the administration of Auwalu Muktari Bichi. Allegations against him include frequent threats of dismissal against staff over minor issues not classified as violations under the company’s Conditions of Service.</p>
<p>There are also claims that he has involved family members in the company’s operations, a situation reportedly well-known within KSIP. The Kanawa Taxi Association controversy, already under investigation by the state’s anti-graft agency, has been cited as another instance of alleged misconduct.</p>
<p>One concerned staff member urged the authorities to intervene, stating:<br />
&#8220;The state anti-graft agency and the supervising ministry must investigate these claims to prevent abuse of power. Ignoring these issues could undermine public trust in the administration.&#8221;</p>
<p>*Government’s Stance on the Minimum Wage*</p>
<p>Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf had previously received a report from the State Minimum Wage Committee, which was tasked with reviewing and recommending salary adjustments. However, no official update has been provided on the implementation process.</p>
<p>A similar delay was previously experienced by workers at the Kano State Water Board, who also faced uncertainties regarding their wage increase.</p>
<p>*Managing Director Responds to Allegations*</p>
<p>Speaking to some Journalists, KSIP Managing Director Auwalu Muktari Bichi confirmed that he had adjusted his own salary in compliance with state government policy.</p>
<p>Justifying his decision, he stated:<br />
&#8220;Political appointees have a different status from regular staff. I directed the Finance and Accounts Department to implement my adjustment accordingly.&#8221;</p>
<p>Despite his explanation, KSIP employees are urging the state government to intervene and ensure that all staff members benefit from the approved wage policy, as stipulated by the Kano State Executive Council.</p>
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