In a bid to alleviate economic challenges faced by residents since the beginning of his administration, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced that the civil servants in the state will now work three days a week.
Governor Sanwo said this during a live media chat tagged ‘Sanwo Speaks.’
Under the new working arrangement, civil servants in levels 1 to 14 will operate on a three-day work week and level 15–17 employees working four times weekly.
The governor outlined measures to ease economic burdens on Lagosians, adding that the new working schedule is expected to provide relief and flexibility to workers while addressing economic challenges.
The new schedule is expected to commence next week.
He, however, noted that workers in the teaching sector will maintain the traditional five-day work schedule.
For a smooth transition, Sanwo-Olu promised additional transport support for them.
Additionally, Governor Sanwo-Olu announced other key socioeconomic measures including; a 25% reduction in transport services for the State Public Transport system, covering BRT, Train, and Ferry, starting this weekend.
Discussions with various unions are underway to extend fare reductions.
The State will also identify caterers and ‘Mama Put’ in each LGA to provide daily meals for over 1,000 people, open Sunday Markets in 42 identified locations, and offer discounted food items up to N25,000.
Discussions with the Federal Government are ongoing to secure two vessels of Paddy for the Lagos Rice Mill.
Governor Sanwo-Olu challenged the private sector to contribute to citizen welfare, akin to efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic.
He highlighted the ongoing construction of four additional food hubs and plans for seven more locations in different Local Governments. The State aims to encourage urban farming in Lagos.
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