As part of plans to cushion the cost of living crisis in the country, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has disclosed that his administration would be reducing the working days of public servants.
Sanwo-Olu said this during the ongoing media parley on economic hardship on Thursday.
“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 in a week,” he said.
On the rising cost of food, he added that his administration would open more markets where Lagosians can 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 on transport services will start this weekend for the State Public Transport system (BRT, Train, Ferry).
The governor noted that his administration was also in discussions with various transport unions to reduce their fares.