An Open Letter to His Excellency, Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo : Commending Early Salary Payments and Suggesting Strategic Adjustments
Your Excellency,
I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for your leadership and dedication to the welfare of Kogi State civil servants. Since you assumed office, your consistent payment of salaries, particularly on the 25th of each month, has greatly improved the stability of our civil servants’ lives and brought much-needed financial relief to their families. I must also express my gratitude to your predecessor, His Excellency Yahaya Bello, for supporting your candidacy and ensuring that this era of progressive governance.
The early payment of December’s salary on the 14th was a commendable initiative, especially during this festive season. It reflects your compassion for the workforce and demonstrates your genuine concern for the people of Kogi State. This early disbursement also had a positive economic impact, as timely salary payments help stimulate local economic activity, ensuring that businesses and service providers within the state benefit from increased consumer spending. Your leadership has brought significant relief to civil servants, allowing them to meet their financial obligations promptly.
However, I would like to offer some advice on maintaining this positive momentum. While the early salary payment in December was undoubtedly helpful, it could potentially create a long wait before the January payment, which may cause financial strain for some workers. To address this, I propose a strategic plan that could bridge this gap. Consider paying January’s salary around the 18th, February’s around the 20th, and returning to the regular 25th schedule by March. This phased approach will help ease any financial pressure civil servants might experience while maintaining the consistency of your commendable policy.
Your Excellency and your leadership continue to inspire confidence and hope for the people of Kogi State. I urge you to continue prioritising the welfare of civil servants while also considering how these payments influence the state’s wider economy.
Thank you once again for your dedication and the transformative initiatives you have implemented for the betterment of Kogi State.
Yours sincerely,
YM Isah (08032491007)
(From Lokoja, Living in Abuja
