Governor Abiodun Extends Palliative Measures for Ogun Workers
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved an extension of the one-day-off-duty work palliative for eligible public and civil servants in the state. Additionally, the governor has authorized the payment of a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance for an extra three months, covering July to September 2026.
Purpose of the Extended Palliative
The measures are designed to cushion the impact of transportation costs on workers and motivate them to continue delivering efficient and excellent service to the people of Ogun State. The initial palliative was approved for April to June 2026 in response to the increase in the pump price of petrol.
Exemptions from the One-Day-Off Concession
Under the renewed arrangement, the one-day-off-duty concession will not apply to officers on shift duties or personnel providing essential services. These include medical personnel, judicial service workers, teaching and non-teaching staff in primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, security personnel, political office holders, accounting officers, directors, and other officers receiving Special Responsibility Allowances due to the nature of their responsibilities requiring physical presence at work.
Circular from Head of Service
A circular issued by the State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Iskeel Olanrewaju Saka, mni, urged all eligible workers to make the most of the arrangement while ensuring that service delivery is not compromised. The state government reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of workers and pledged to continue implementing policies that enhance productivity while easing the economic burden on the workforce.
