The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has announced the release of withheld local government allocations and assured that necessary measures will be taken to ensure the prompt payment of workers’ salaries.
Speaking during a meeting with Heads of Local Government Administrators in Port Harcourt, Ibas described the gathering as a crucial step toward restoring stability and progress in the state.
He lamented the economic hardship in the Niger Delta, noting that despite the region’s abundant natural resources, its residents continue to face severe economic challenges.
“This is unacceptable,” he stated, stressing the need for transformation and accountability in governance.
Ibas expressed concern over the delayed salary payments affecting local government workers and acknowledged the difficulties they have faced.
“I feel the pain of the workers,” he said, assuring them that the withheld funds had been released and that salaries would be paid without further delay.
However, he emphasized that financial accountability would be strictly enforced.
The retired vice admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff directed all local government areas to submit their wage bills, along with supporting documentation, through the office of the Head of Service.
