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Ekiti Governor Introduces Work-From-Home Policy to Ease Economic Strain on Civil Servants
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has announced a new work-from-home policy aimed at alleviating the economic pressures faced by civil servants in the state.
This initiative, set to begin on Monday, September 9, 2024, is designed to provide some relief to workers while addressing current economic challenges.
According to a statement from the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, the policy will implement different work-from-home schedules based on staff levels.
Civil servants on levels 01-07 will be allowed to work from home three days a week.
Those on levels 08-12 will work remotely two days a week, while employees on levels 13-17 will work from home once a week.
This tailored approach aims to balance flexibility with the need for maintaining effective government operations.
It is important to note that essential workers, including teachers, core health workers, and security personnel, will be exempt from this arrangement to ensure that critical services remain uninterrupted.
Each Ministry, Department, and Agency (MDA) is tasked with creating a feasible schedule for their staff to ensure that service delivery remains efficient and effective during this period.
The work-from-home policy is set to last for two months and will be reviewed periodically to adapt to changing circumstances.
This new measure complements other existing palliative efforts by the state government, such as the monthly wage award for workers and pensioners, and the free bus service provided to workers and students.
Governor Oyebanji’s administration remains dedicated to enhancing workers’ welfare and productivity, continuously implementing measures to support and improve the working conditions of civil servants in Ekiti State.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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