Sanwo-Olu Increases Sanitation Workers' Salary
… sweepers show PVCs in readiness to vote
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer
of Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni, has
announced that the salaries of sanitation workers in the state have been
increased by 20%, as promised by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide
Sanwo-Olu, at the recent rally organised by the Association of Waste Managers
of Nigeria (AWAMN) in support of the presidential bid of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.
Mr. Odumboni made this announcement during a
meeting with the sweepers at LAWMA’s headquarters, Ijora-Olopa, where he also
revealed that they would be provided with new work tools such as overalls,
boots, personal protective equipment (PPE), etc, which would enable them to
discharge their duties effectively, adding that the government is committed to
providing the necessary support for the sweepers to carry out their roles
efficiently.
He also admonished the sanitation workers to
ensure they perform their civic responsibility by voting in the forthcoming
elections. He urged them to spread the word to their neighbourhoods and to
exercise their voting rights, adding that the government was counting on them
to make their voices heard through their votes.
The LAWMA boss eulogised the APC presidential
candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, who he said introduced the PSP and street
sweeping schemes during his tenure as Lagos State governor, adding that he laid
the foundation for effective waste management, which the state is currently
benefiting from.
In appreciation of the gesture by the state
government, the sweepers, chanting "On your mandate, we shall stand"
and waving their Permanent Voters' Cards (PVCs) in support of Tinubu’s
presidential ambition and second term bid of Governor Sanwo-Olu, promised to
cast their votes at the elections, expressing their gratitude to the Lagos
State Government for remembering them during this period.
This increase in salary and provision of work
tools for the sweepers is a positive step towards improving their working
conditions and ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their
duties effectively. It is also a clear indication of the government's
commitment to providing support to the hardworking sanitation workers who
perform their duties to sanitise the environment.
The news of the increased salaries and provision
of work tools has been well received by the sweepers and has generated a lot of
positive reactions. Many have praised the Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu-led
administration for its efforts in improving the lives of the sweepers and for
recognising their contribution to society.
Kadiri Folashade (Mrs.)
Director, Public Affairs
08/02/2023
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