Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the 20 per cent salary increment for civil servants in the state should take effect immediately.
In a circular, on Monday, by the Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, Sanwo-Olu said that his administration’s is determined to improve the welfare and wellbeing of Public Servants in Lagos State has graciously approved an increase in salaries for officers in the mainstream public service, local governments and local council development areas as well as the State Universal Basic Education Board by 20 per cent with effect from January 1, 2023.
“Furthermore, kindly note that the arrears for the month of January, 2023 will be paid along with salaries for the month of March, 2023, while the arrears for the month of February, 2023 will be paid together with the salaries of April, 2023.
“This action further demonstrates this Administration’s commitment to Staff welfare. Public Servants are thus enjoined to show more commitment and dedication in the delivery of qualitative service to the citizens of the state.
“Accordingly, all Accounting Officers are to note the contents of this circular and give it the service wide publicity it deserves.”
