Ekiti Government Begins Medical Checks For Essential Workers

By Noel O’tayo -

 



The Ekiti State Government has disclosed plans to begin compulsory medical check up for workers in critical departments of the State Public Service.


The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Biodun Omoleye, disclosed this in Ado Ekiti on Monday during an interactive session with staff of Government House and Protocol Department. He said workers’ wellness would no longer be left unattended to since the workforce is the engine room of government.


Omoleye said the Fayemi-led administration was aware of the critical condition under which some workers work, adding that a directive has been given to ensure that all staff in Government House and Protocol department, especially those who have medical challenges, receive treatment early enough to prevent avoidable deaths.


The Chief of Staff added that staff whose health cannot allow them manage certain critical schedules of duty should indicate so that they could be given less tedious  schedules that would not impact negatively on their health.


“I know that many of you are very busy. Please you need to take care of your health. I have directed the Permanent Secretary that compulsory medical assessments of staff be done. You work under critical conditions and I urge you to take your health seriously. The year ahead will be more challenging, and so we need to be in good health, sound mind and high spirit." he said.


On the financial entitlements of  staff, the Chief of Staff explained that COVID-19 affected the global economy and by extension that of Ekiti State hence the inability of government to pay certain stipends meant for some categories of workers.


Omoleye however assured that all outstanding allowances would be defrayed before the end of the year as government has always prioritized workers' welfare.


In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary in Government House and Protocol, Mr Babtunde Alokan thanked the staff for their support for the government; saying that they did not shirk their responsibilities despite the challenges posed by COVID-19 restrictions.


Alokan however urged workers to continue to adhere strictly to COVID-19 protocols as governments across the world are now preparing for the second wave of the virus.


Earlier, some of the staff had thanked the Chief of Staff for providing them with an avenue to interface; saying that the gesture is a demonstration that the present government in the State is not only worker-friendly but also has a human face.

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