The Ogun State government has once again reiterated its firm belief that the welfare of its workers is central to the growth and development of the Public Service and as such remains steadfast in its resolve to working closely with the Labour Unions and their affiliates to create an enabling environment for the well being of all its workers.

The Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, gave the assurance while declaring open the 5th State Branch Quadrennial Delegates’ Conference of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), Ogun State Branch, held at the Ogun Bureaucrats’ House, Magbon, Abeokuta.

According to him, the commitment of the Ogun State Government under the visionary leadership of the worker-friendly Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, at promoting a mutually beneficial relationship with the organised labour cannot be over-emphasised but has been built on the principles of dialogue, understanding and collaboration.

While acknowledging that their contributions to the development and advancement of the Public Service are invaluable, the Head of Service said the combined efforts of all the labour leaders have been instrumental in advocating for the welfare of the workers and nurturing continuous improvements within the labour environment.

He urged them to continue to lend their resolute support to the policies, programmes and projects of the State Government, as they are designed with the ultimate goal of enhancing the welfare of the people, thereby, securing a brighter future for all.

“Revered comrades, as we continue the journey of “Building Our Future Together” under the leadership of His Excellency, the Governor, your continued support and collaboration remain absolutely crucial to the successful implementation of this transformative agenda. The progress and prosperity of Ogun State depend on the collective efforts of all stakeholders, and as key partners in this journey, your cooperation, understanding and active participation are indispensable”, the HoS said.

In their separate goodwill messages, the Chairman, Trade Union Congress (TUC), Ogun State, Comrade Akeem Lasisi and his counterpart from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ademola Hameed-Benco, congratulated the leadership of the Association for demonstrating clear vision and capability in running the affairs in the last 4 years, especially for their steadfast dedication to the cause of the workers, as the tenure witnessed peaceful and rancour-free atmosphere.

They appreciated the State governor for being a good welfarist, especially for making the payment of the new minimum wage a priority and not putting it at par with other states, as this has made the Ogun State Civil Service to stand tall among comity of States.

Earlier in his welcome address, the host of the day, who doubles as the Branch Chairman of the Ogun State Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, Comrade Isa Olude, thanked the Governor for being worker-friendly, and for the numerous welfare packages, which include prompt payment of salaries and allowances, regular release of promotion to deserving officers, payment of outstanding cooperative deductions, peculiar allowance and the implementation of the new national minimum wage in line with the Federal Government template, for the workers.

He assured that the State Public Service would continue to occupy the frontline in the discharge of statutory duties as it would remain the leading light in the comity of States in the country and called on the Federal Government to give the current economic challenges being faced by the people urgent attention, in order to make life meaningful for all.

Present at the conference was the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Establishments and Training, Mrs. Lydia Fajounbo, as well as labour leaders from the National and State Branches of the Association.