Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that civil servants from level 1-14 would begin to work three days a week as part of measures to cushion the effects of the bitting economic hardships on residents.
Governor Sanwo-Olu also said that his administration would explore three major avenues to ensure Lagosians have access to affordable and essential items.
He spoke during a live media chat, ‘Sanwo Speaks,’ monitored by The Daily Crucible.
The live programme was used to intimate residents on steps being taken to reduce the economic burden on them.
But workers in the teaching sector will however sustain the five days a week work schedule, but government will ensure additional transport support for them.
On the food supplies, the Governor said: “We will open soup kitchens/bowls where identified caterers (mama put) will be employed across local government areas to feed those who need it, once daily. Beneficiaries will get vouchers to be able to access the kitchens. We will also be having food purchases and redistribution to people who need it, especially as we are currently expecting about 100 trailer loads of rice and grains.
“Also, we will be having Sunday markets in 42 identified markets where people can buy cheaply at discounted rates. Purchase will however be limited to N25,000 to ensure that those who really need it benefit from the initiative.
In the health sector, Sanwo-Olu announced free delivery in all general hospitals (normal and cesarian sections) and a rebate on certain medications. He also said the six health districts will be holding free health missions twice a week for the next three months.
The governor also said certain registration requirements in public schools including tax clearance certificates, will be put on hold for now to accommodate more out-of-school children.
