Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved a three-month salary top-up of N10,000 per month for civil servants in the state, including Local Government staff.
The initiative is aimed at providing immediate financial relief to workers amid rising living costs, and the top-up will take effect from April and continue for three months.
Makinde announced the intervention during an event in the state on Monday, noting that it is necessary to help workers cope with the challenges brought about by the recent fuel price hike, which has affected households and employees nationwide.
“I’m happy to announce that all workers in Oyo State and the local government, starting from April, at least for the first three months, will be given N10,000 in addition to their monthly salary as petrol/transportation support.
“Those who are not working with the Oyo State government may also benefit from it. We will handle it properly to ensure it is all-inclusive.
“As I approach the end of my administration, one of the things I’m particularly focused on is ensuring continuity,” he said.
According to the state government, the payments will be made promptly alongside regular salaries as part of broader efforts to support staff during this period of economic strain.
The announcement has been welcomed by many civil servants, who view it as a timely gesture to ease the impact of inflation and rising transportation costs.
