Oyo Governor Makinde Approves ₦10,000 Transport Allowance

On February 28, 2023, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State announced a transport allowance of ₦10,000 for civil servants, set to take effect in March. This decision comes in response to the significant rise in fuel prices, which have sharply increased from ₦860 to between ₦1,320 and ₦1,500 per liter at filling stations.

The allowance is part of the Oyo State Government's strategy to address economic challenges, particularly the rising cost of transportation driven by the ongoing energy crisis. The initiative aims to ease the financial strain on civil servants and ensure the efficient delivery of services across various ministries, departments, and agencies.

The government has communicated guidelines for the disbursement of this allowance, which will be channeled through appropriate government channels.