OYO GOVERNMENT RELEASES N9.7BILLION FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS, PENSION ARREARS

He stressed further that the money released will reduce the outstanding arrears owed workers at the local government level ranging from one to six months, urging the Local Government Council Chairmen to use the money for the purpose for which government has approved its disbursement.

Kolade affirmed that the government remains committed to the welfare of the workers and people of the State, assuring that efforts are being made to clear the backlog of pensions and gratuities owed the retired primary school teachers.

The Commissioner pointed out that efforts that led to the payment of N200m for gratuities of pensioners at the state level is being replicated at the local government level with the release of over N400m, noting that the government will continue to strive hard to ensure that workers get their dues promptly.