The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has announced the release of withheld local government allocations, assuring that necessary steps 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 pivotal moment in the collective effort to restore stability and progress in the state.
The Sole Administrator lamented the economic hardship in the Niger Delta, noting that despite the region’s wealth of natural resources, its people continue to suffer.
The administrator expressed concern over the delay in salary payments across local government areas, acknowledging the struggles of affected workers.
Ibas directed all local government areas to submit their wage bills, supported by relevant documentation, through the office of the Head of Service, warning that financial accountability would be strictly enforced.
