Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has announced a series of measures aimed at easing the hardships faced by the people in response to the recent surge in prices of goods and services following the removal of fuel subsidies. In a statement, Governor Obaseki emphasized the government’s commitment to standing with the people during these challenging times.
As part of the proactive approach, the minimum wage for workers in Edo State has been increased from the approved N30,000 to N40,000, with plans to further raise it in the future if additional federal government allocations are received due to the fuel subsidy removal.
Recognizing the impact of rising transportation costs on workers’ wages, the Edo State Government has decided to reduce the number of workdays for civil and public servants from five days to three days per week. This reduction, effective immediately, will allow workers to work from home for two days each week. Moreover, the government aims to enhance the EdoBEST@Home initiative, creating more virtual classrooms to reduce the commuting expenses of teachers, parents, and students.
Governor Obaseki also emphasized the government’s commitment to improving power supply in homes and businesses by collaborating with electricity companies. Additionally, efforts are underway to provide fiber optics connections to facilitate remote work, thereby reducing transportation costs.
Governor Obaseki urged the public to remain calm and law-abiding while assuring them that the government is intensifying its efforts to mitigate the impact of fuel price increases.
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