Governor Alia assured that workers who passed the screening would receive their salaries by the end of the week. Furthermore, the state government is taking comprehensive measures to protect the payroll system from future fraudulent activities, ensuring transparency and accuracy in salary disbursements.
To facilitate a thorough investigation into alleged maladministration in the council areas, Governor Alia suspended all 23 local government chairmen. This move reflects the government’s commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring accountability in the management of public resources.