The comes after a recent directive by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to increase petrol prices from N617 to N897.
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved a work-from-home arrangement for civil servants in the state.
The arrangement is aimed at further cushioning the effect of the current economic situation on workers in the state.
The comes after a recent directive by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to increase petrol prices from N617 to N897.
The hike has triggered an immediate and substantial surge in the prices of commodities and transportation, consequently impacting the purchasing power of consumers.
According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode, 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 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 for 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.
