Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday, swore in the newly appointed Head of Service, Mr Samuel Ayanleye Aina.
This is as the governor assured the civil servants of better days during his administration, noting that they will experience improved welfare.
During the swearing-in ceremony of the Head of Service held at the Local Government Service Commission Hall in Osogbo, he promised to govern with the fear of God and ensure that no one is denied his or her entitled benefits.
He called on workers in the state to be his administration’s partner in taking Osun state to a greater height, saying, “you are going to have it good under me.”
Governor Adeleke urged the workers to be a bit patient with his administration to get things in order.
He also charged the workers to give the new Head of Service the necessary support.
“You will all agree that I made a fantastic choice. From what I can see,from how enthusiastic you are, I am sure you will all cooperate with him.
“There is time for everything, and when it is time for work, you should all face your work. Get to your office early and do your work. I will make sure everybody smile but you must do your work,” he said.
Governor Adeleke noted that payment of salary for workers in the state had already commenced, “all MDAs have complied with my directive to submit their salary schedules and I have just signed the instruction for the immediate payment of salaries. Workers are to start receiving their salaries. I know you love me and I love you too.”
In his remarks, the new Head of Service, Mr Samuel Ayanleye Aina, said the service under him will ensure professionalism and ethics that defines their work, assuring workers that he will promote their interests.
He pledged the cooperation of the state’s workforce to the Adeleke administration, saying the civil service as an important institution will work with the government to deliver benefits for Osun people.
