Stress Management Key to Boosting Productivity in Ekiti

On Tuesday, during a lecture at the Ekiti State Ministry of Work's monthly prayer meeting in Ado Ekiti, Dr. Nkeka Fortun, a health expert from Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, urged public servants to manage stress effectively to improve mental well-being and service delivery. Dr. Fortun identified various factors contributing to workplace stress, including excessive workload, tight deadlines, poor time management, lack of adequate rest, interpersonal conflicts, job insecurity, unclear expectations, financial pressures, and health-related challenges.

She warned that prolonged unmanaged stress could lead to fatigue, hypertension, anxiety, reduced concentration, and decreased productivity. To combat these issues, she recommended practical solutions such as proper planning, prioritizing tasks, taking regular breaks, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, engaging in regular physical exercise, fostering positive communication with colleagues, and seeking professional medical counsel when necessary.

Mr. Sola Adebayo, who praised Dr. Fortun's insights, emphasized the ministry's commitment to promoting mental health and overall workforce welfare to ensure sustained productivity and quality service delivery across Ekiti State.