Naijahood
It appears that Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has initiated the distribution of bonds amounting to N2.9 billion to retirees in the state. The distribution includes N1.3 billion for state retirees and N1.625 billion for local government and primary school retirees. The announcement was made during a ceremony where the Governor presented certificates to selected retirees at the parking lot of the Governor’s office.
The Governor, in his address, emphasized his commitment to the welfare of workers in the state. He highlighted the importance of addressing the challenges faced by the public service, recognizing the connection between the formal and informal sectors in the state’s economy. Adeleke expressed his dedication to the progress of the state, focusing on both sectors for integrated development.
The workers in the state, represented by the Joint Negotiation Council, conferred the award of “Most Humane Governor” on Governor Adeleke. The Head of Service, Ayanleye Aina, also commended the Governor for gradually settling the backlog of salary arrears owed to senior civil servants in the state. He noted that the Governor’s administration has consistently addressed these arrears, with four months’ worth already paid.
Additionally, the Head of Service praised the Governor for appointing qualified civil servants as Permanent Secretaries, breaking the tradition of Coordinating Directors serving as heads of MDAs (Ministries, Departments, and Agencies).
Overall, the initiatives outlined by Governor Adeleke and the positive response from the workers and officials suggest a focus on improving the welfare of retirees and addressing salary arrears, contributing to the overall development of Osun State.
