…Orders Immediate Payment Of 2026 Leave Bonus To LG, State Workers

The Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa has ordered the collation of existing vacancies across all ministries, departments and agencies in the state.

This was made known by the Head of Service, Sir(Chief) Segun Odusanya while briefing newsmen on the programmes and activities lined up for the 2026 Public Service Week celebrations.

The Head of Service said Governor Aiyedatiwa has assured of general recruitment, noting that it has been observed that the service is top-heavy.

Odusanya stressed that the financial implications have been put into consideration, stating that the proposed engagement of the potential workers would attract over 800 million naira additional wage bills monthly.

The Head of Service also announced that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has ordered immediate payment of 2026 leave bonus to the state and local government workers.

According to the Chief Odusanya, the payment of the leave bonus to the local government workers has commenced while the Accountant- General has been directed to effect the payment to the state workers.

Odusanya said the Governor has also ordered that the promotion process of the 2027 promotion of workers should commence immediately.

He opined that “Prompt Payment of Salaries and Leave Bonuses. The Government has continued to discharge its obligations regarding the payment of workers’ salaries and applicable allowances, including leave bonuses.”

“This remains an important component of its commitment to workers’ welfare and financial stability.”

“I was with Mr Governor with labour leaders on the issues of Workers’ welfare and Mr Governor ordered immediate payment of the leave bonus.”

“All officers due for promotion in the 2026 cycle have received their promotion letters, while preparations for the 2027 promotion exercise are already underway.”

“These exercises cover the Mainstream Civil Service, Primary and Secondary Teaching Services, and relevant government parastatals.

“Accordingly, attention has been given to workers’ welfare, career progression, manpower development and improvements in the working environment.

“Some notable interventions include the following: Workers’ Welfare and Loan Schemes; The Government has approved an additional seed fund of ₦500 million for the housing and motor vehicle loan schemes for public servants.”

“It has also approved upward reviews of the loan ceilings and Duty Tour Allowance payable to officers undertaking approved official assignments within and outside the State, including assignments outside the country.”

“These measures are intended to improve workers’ welfare and respond to prevailing economic realities.

Promotion and Career Progression
The Government has continued to demonstrate its commitment to career progression through regular promotion exercises.”

“Payment of Pensions and Gratuities
The Government has continued efforts towards the gradual settlement of inherited gratuity arrears affecting State and Local Government pensioners.

“Another significant development is the harmonisation of pensions for retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries. This initiative is an important step towards addressing pension-related concerns and recognising the contributions of these senior officers who devoted their productive years to the service of Ondo State.

“The Administration’s attention to pension and gratuity obligations reflects the importance of honouring the service of retired public servants and promoting their financial well-being.”