EKEDC approves management review and harmonization of salaries — Nigeria — Headline News – News of Nigeria and the world
In order to streamline operations and ensure equality across the workforce, the Board of Directors of Eco Electricity Distribution Company (Ecodisco) has approved recent management changes and the decision to unify salaries and working conditions for all employees. did.
Dispelling rumors of a reversal of the dissolution of the old management team under Dr. Tinuade Sanda, Eco Disco Board Chairman Dele Otubu has announced that West Power and Gas (WPG) and staff seconded from WPG issued a harsh statement reiterating its withdrawal. An interim leadership team has been established, led by Acting CEO Rekiat Momo.
“Contrary to the misinformation being spread, none of the WPG staff have returned to Eko Disco. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has declared that any action taken by the board will be null and void. “We have not done so,” Otubu declared.
“Following the withdrawal of the WPG secondee, all staff in acting roles will continue to work, including Acting CEO Rekiat Momo.”
“To be clearer, the reason for the withdrawal of WPG seconded staff is to enable the process of direct employment of qualified staff at Eko Disco. They will have working conditions and be under the same salary structure,” Ortub said.
Otubu added: “Therefore, there will be a harmonization of salary structures to ensure that there is no further bifurcation of income.” This process is still ongoing and we will notify you when it is complete. ”
As this restructuring process continues, the Board of Directors reiterated its confidence in our people and their commitment to excellence. Mr. Otubu urged all his staff to dismiss attempts to “plant mischief” through disinformation in newspapers and remain focused on his responsibilities.
“We have great confidence in each of you to carry out your respective roles effectively and lead the company to greater heights. We therefore strongly encourage everyone to continue to faithfully carry out their duties.” ,” Otubu said.
The Board also emphasized its primacy as Ecodisco's highest governing body and cautioned that only statements issued through the Chairman should be considered authoritative expressions of the company's policies and decisions.
He said: “The Eco Disco Board of Directors remains the highest governing body of Disco. Therefore, only the statements of the Chairman acting on behalf of the Board should be respected.”
Source: guardian.ng