On Thursday, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said his administration would be reducing public servants' working days as part of plans to cushion the cost-of-living crisis in the country.
“We want to start with our public servants, immediately from next week; civil servants from the lower level will be working like three times a week, and level 15–17 can work four times a week,” Sanwo-Olu said during the ongoing media parley on economic hardship.
On the rising cost of food, he added that his administration would open more markets where Lagosians could buy food items at discounted rates.
“We will open Sunday markets in at least 42 identified markets across Lagos State. You will be able to buy food items at a discounted price. You will only be able to buy items worth up to N25,000,” the governor said.
He added that the 25% reduction in transport services for the state public transport system (BRT, train, ferry) will start this weekend.
The governor noted that his administration also discussed reducing fares with various transport unions.
“First is to express empathy with our citizens; we are not unmindful of the situation; as leaders, we must be able to solve socioeconomic problems,” Sanwo-Olu said.
He also challenged the private sector to look into what they can do for the citizens by replicating their role during the COVID-19 pandemic.
