From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti
In an effort to further mitigate the effect of the current economic situation on workers in Ekiti State, the Governor of the state, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a work-from-home arrangement for civil servants in the state.
A statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode, on Friday, said under the new arrangement, officers on level 01- 07 will work from home three days a week.
Also, officers on level 08- 12 are to work from home two days in a week, while officers on level 13- 17 will work from home once in a week.
The new arrangement, which commences on Monday, September 9, 2024, excludes essential workers like teachers, core health workers in the hospitals and security personnel among others.
According to the Governor’s directive, each Ministry, Department and Agency(MDA) is expected to produce workable schedule for staff in order to ensure that the new work- from- home arrangement does not jeopardize effective service delivery.
The arrangement will be in place tor a period of two months and is subject to periodic review in line with prevailing circumstances. Also, the arrangement does not affect other palliative measures put in place by the state government including the monthly wage award for workers and pensioners; and the free bus service for workers and students.
The Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji administration is committed to workers’ welfare and will continue to put in place necessary measures to enhance their productivity.
