He enjoined the workforce to show greater understanding of the economic situation especially as the Ogun State Government has decided not to downsize in spite of the significant reduction in its revenue from the federation account. Chief Odulate who had earlier joined the political office holders in their voluntary decision to cut their salaries by 12 percent said while it was the right of workers to ask for improved welfare package, it should be done within the context of the current economic reality.

Responding to the gesture of the permanent secretaries, Governor Daniel commended them for the move which he said reflected the current economic reality. The Governor enjoined all citizens to show the same sensitivity to the global economic meltdown which he said had come home in view of the declining government revenue. The Governor assured the citizens that issues relating to health, infrastructures, economic development and security would continue to be given top priority. He said the various projects and road constructions going on in the state were to ensure that the construction sector which has the potentials to generate multiple employments retains its vibrancy to cushion the effect on the meltdown on the generality of the people.

A statement by Adegbenro Adebanjo, chief press Secretary to Gov.Daniel said at the end of its deliberations the Executive council reeled out  further measure against the economic meltdown. The council slashed the amount that can be approved by certain categories of public officials. The inter ministerial tenders board had its power of approval reduced from N2 Million to N1 Million, Commissioners from N500, 000, to N200, 000, and permanent Secretaries from N250 to N100, 000. The measures are meant to effect tighter control of government spending.