Paraphrased Content:A coalition of local government workers in Osun State has applauded the recent directive granting autonomy to local councils, urging an “immediate resumption of duties.” The group described the autonomy ruling as a decisive step toward restoring normalcy and protecting the rights of genuine staff.
At a press briefing in Osogbo, the workers’ spokesperson emphasized that an audit would soon commence to verify bona fide employees and curtail any risk of job losses. They insisted that all committed workers should return to their posts without delay.
The decision follows a prolonged strike by some factions of local government workers, which the concerned group called “useless” and attributed to conflicting interests within union leadership. They accused the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) leaders of betraying workers’ trust and urged the reinstated council chairmen under the APC to prioritize staff welfare.
Warnings were issued to any staff who fail to present valid credentials or neglect to resume work — such individuals risk degradation or dismissal during the audit. Meanwhile, NULGE has distanced itself from the resumption call, citing safety concerns for its members.
