The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has on Thursday, 22 February revealed that his administration would be cutting down public servants working days as part of plans to address the rising cost of living across in the country.
The governor who made this known while answering during a media chat, stated that the intervention which is to begin with public servants, starting from next week, will focus on civil servants from the lower level.
He noted that the said civil servants will be working three times a week and level 15-17 can work four times in a week.
Commenting on the soaring cost of food, Governor Sanwo-Olu maintained that his administration would open more markets where Lagosians can buy food items at subsidized rates.
He added, “We will open Sunday Markets in at least 42 identified markets across Lagos State. You will be able to buy food items at a discounted price. You will only be able to buy items worth up to N25,000″.
Sanwo-Olu, who also noted that the 25% reduction on transport services will begin this weekend for the State Public Transport system (BRT, Train, Ferry), said that his administration was also in discussions with various transport unions to reduce their fares.
While challenging the private sector to look into what they can do for the citizens by replicating their role during the COVID-19 pandemic, the governor expressed empathy with citizens, stressing that the government are not unmindful of the prevailing economic situation.
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