The Federal Government has allayed fears that the implementation of Steve Oronsaye’s report would not lead to mass sack in the civil service.
Speaking in Abuja, yesterday, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, assured that government has no plans to retrench workers. He emphasized that the consolidation of certain parastatals aims to enhance efficiency in the civil service and reduce costs.
Idris, who spoke at a ministerial press briefing series, explained that the consideration of Oronsaye’s report is to improve efficiency in the Civil service. This does not mean that the government intends to retrench workers.”
Highlighting the government’s approach to cost reduction, Idris said: “Only two days ago, the President approved a revolutionary approach towards reducing the cost of governance through the implementation of the much-talked-about Oronsaye Report – 12 years after the report was submitted to the then President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan.”
“This is a clear demonstration of Mr. President’s unwavering commitment to fiscal prudence and responsible governance by championing a comprehensive review of the government‘s commissions, agencies, and parastatals.”
Idris stressed that the government meticulously assessed its decisions on Oronsaye’s report.
“The merger of some agencies and parastatals and the scrapping of others are not decisions taken lightly. It followed careful consideration and strategic planning to ensure that essential services are not compromised and that the needs of our citizens are adequately addressed while putting the interests of the nation first and foremost.
“Through the implementation of Oronsaye’s Report, President Tinubu aims to achieve significant cost savings by eliminating duplication of functions, streamlining administrative processes, and optimizing resource allocation.
“It is worth noting that these measures are not undertaken in isolation but are part of a broader strategy to reform and modernize government institutions by leveraging technology, promoting innovation, and fostering a culture of performance and accountability across all sectors.”