Cross River LG workers protest unpaid salaries at governor’s office
Staff of the Cross River State Unified Local Government Service Commission staged a peaceful protest at the Governor’s Office in Calabar, urging Bassey Otu to address their unpaid salaries. The workers, who have not received pay for nine months, described the situation as causing severe hardship for their families. They submitted a letter to the governor, explaining their struggles and appealing for urgent intervention. The Secretary to the State Government, Anthony Enoh, assured them that the government is working to resolve the issue.
What happened
- Workers protested at the Governor’s Office in Calabar over nine months of unpaid salaries.
- The staff stated that many are struggling to pay school fees and provide for their families.
- In their letter, they emphasized their dedication and the difficulties faced, especially by those in the health sector.
- Anthony Enoh told the protesters that the government has held several meetings to address the payroll issue.
- The government cited the need to verify genuine employees and promised that the matter would be resolved soon.
