The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Akwa Ibom State has commended the state government for clearing outstanding arrears owed to local government workers, describing the payment as a demonstration of commitment to workers’ welfare.
In a statement signed by the state president of NULGE, Anestina Iweh, the union said the payment had provided relief to local government employees who had waited for the settlement of the inherited obligations.
The union expressed appreciation to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Frank Archibong; the Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Akwa Ibom and Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Uwemedimo Udo; as well as the 31 local government chairmen for their roles in facilitating the process.
NULGE said the arrears were inherited from previous administrations, adding that their clearance had restored confidence among workers and improved morale across the local government system.
The union noted that the intervention reflected the administration’s understanding of the challenges faced by local government employees and its commitment to improving their welfare, productivity and service delivery.
According to NULGE, the successful payment has strengthened workers’ confidence in the leadership of Governor Umo Eno and other stakeholders involved in the process.
The union pledged the continued support and loyalty of local government workers towards the implementation of the ARISE Agenda, while assuring the state government of their commitment to efficient service delivery at the grassroots level.
NULGE added that the settlement of the outstanding obligations represents another step towards strengthening the local government system and improving service delivery across Akwa Ibom State.
The union said local government workers have expressed renewed confidence in the current administration following the payment of the arrears.
