LunagisthubCross River Governor Dissolves LG Service Commission Board Over Employment Scandal
In a bold move to restore public trust and accountability, Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has dissolved the Board of the Local Government Service Commission following allegations of employment racketeering and abuse of office during a recent recruitment exercise. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Linus Obogo .
Governor Otu expressed deep concern over the unethical practices uncovered in the recruitment process, describing them as a betrayal of public trust and an affront to the core principles of public service. The compromised recruitment exercise, which was earlier suspended, will remain on hold pending a fresh process that will be transparent, merit-driven, and reflective of the administration’s commitment to accountability .
The Governor assured the people of Cross River State that his administration maintains zero tolerance for corruption and will not hesitate to take decisive measures to protect the integrity of public institutions. “This administration maintains zero tolerance for corruption and will not hesitate to take decisive measures to protect the integrity of public institutions,” the statement read .
The dissolution of the Board is a significant step towards rebuilding trust in the system and ensuring that opportunities within the public service are accessible only through due process. The Governor’s action demonstrates his commitment to accountability and transparency in governance .
The people of Cross River State welcome the Governor’s decision to dissolve the Board and look forward to a fresh, transparent recruitment process. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for accountability and transparency in public institutions .
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