Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has approved a weekly day off and a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance for civil servants to cushion rising living and commuting costs.
The Ogun State Government has approved a weekly day off duty and a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance for civil servants as part of measures to ease the burden of rising living and transportation costs.
The announcement was made by the State Head of Service, who stated that the initiative is aimed at providing immediate relief to workers affected by increased fuel prices and commuting expenses.
Under the new arrangement, eligible civil servants will be allowed one designated day off each week. The policy is expected to reduce transportation expenses for workers while also promoting better work-life balance and overall productivity.
In addition to the weekly day off, all eligible workers will receive a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance to help offset commuting costs. The intervention is set to take effect in April 2026 and will initially run for a period of three months.
However, certain categories of workers whose duties are considered essential are exempted from the weekly day-off provision.
These include medical personnel, teaching and non-teaching staff, judicial officers, security personnel, and other key officials whose presence is required for uninterrupted public service delivery. Despite the exemption, they will still receive the ₦10,000 transport allowance.
The government noted that the specific day off for eligible staff will be determined by their respective ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure smooth operations across the public service.
Officials described the measure as a strategic response to current economic realities, expressing optimism that it will boost morale, enhance productivity, and provide financial relief to civil servants across the state.