The Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) in Ibadan continues to face serious financial challenges, as it has yet to pay all its workers despite receiving subventions from the Oyo State government. Since taking office in 2019, Governor Seyi Makinde has committed to timely salary payments, ensuring that government employees receive their wages consistently on the 25th of each month. However, this commitment has not extended to the state broadcasting station, often called the pacesetter in the industry.
The station is grappling with significant operational difficulties, exacerbated by ongoing leadership issues and a challenging economic climate. Most recently, the government implemented the payment of the new minimum wage, designed to improve the financial well-being of workers across the state. Unfortunately, BCOS has struggled to meet this obligation, drawing criticism for its failure to set a positive example in an industry where it once held a leadership position.
Over 30 staff members have voluntarily resigned in the past year alone, citing a range of reasons, including poor leadership, workplace victimisation, and inadequate financial support. This exodus highlights the deteriorating work environment and the growing pressures remaining staff members face, many of whom are now actively seeking assistance from the public to meet their basic living expenses and support their families.As of the latest updates, the situation remains dire for some staff at BCOS, who continue to advocate for their rights and for fair treatment, hoping to bring attention to their plight in the hopes of securing much-needed help.
