Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved a three-month salary top-up for state workers to cushion the impact of the recent petrol price increase in Nigeria.
The announcement, made on Monday, is part of the state government’s efforts to support workers amid rising fuel costs, which have affected transportation and the cost of living nationwide.
Governor Makinde stated that the top-up is a temporary measure aimed at providing financial relief to workers and ensuring that their purchasing power is not eroded by inflationary pressures.
“The Oyo State Government is committed to the welfare of its workforce. This salary top-up is intended to ease the burden caused by the recent increase in petrol prices and to support families during this challenging period,” he said.
“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. All workers, everybody. It is a flat rate. Maybe it would be extended.
“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 added.