𝗟𝗚 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 ₦230𝗯𝗻 — 𝗢𝘀𝘂𝗻

The Osun State Government has clarified that local government workers in the state continue to receive their salaries despite the reported withholding of about ₦230 billion in allocations.

In a statement released by state officials, the government explained that while the withheld funds have affected certain allowances and administrative expenses, core salary payments to local government employees remain a priority and have not been interrupted.

According to the state authorities, the financial challenge arose from ongoing disputes over local government allocations, which resulted in significant funds being held back. The government noted that the situation has placed pressure on the state’s finances but insisted that measures were put in place to ensure that workers’ welfare is protected.

Officials said the administration had adopted internal financial adjustments and alternative funding strategies to sustain monthly salary payments. They added that maintaining workers’ salaries was necessary to avoid hardship among civil servants and to keep essential services running across the councils.

The state government acknowledged that although salaries are being paid, some allowances and development projects at the local government level have experienced delays due to limited resources. It urged workers and residents to remain patient while discussions continue with relevant authorities to resolve the allocation issues.

Labour leaders in the state have continued to monitor the situation closely, calling for transparency and a lasting solution to prevent disruptions in the future. They emphasized that consistent salary payment is crucial for stability within the local government system.

Osun authorities reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue and financial reforms, expressing optimism that once the withheld allocations are released, full operations — including allowances and development programmes — would return to normal.