By Ime Silas
The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission ( AKISIEC) has commenced payment to all adhoc staff used by the commission during the last local government election.
In a statement published on its official social media page, AKISIEC said the payment exercise would cover about 10,000 personnel which according to them, requires deliberate process by relevant banks.
The release tagged ‘UPDATE ON ADHOC PAYMENT’, read: Payment of all categories of adhoc in the last Local Government Election had already commenced as AKISIEC had duly submitted all payment schedules to the designated Bank.
Disbursement is still ongoing as most personnel in some Local Government Areas have received their allowances. Affected adhoc staff should note that the payments will cover about 10,000 personnel and this requires a careful and deliberate process by the Bank that shall be completed soonest.
The Commission conveys it’s highest appreciation to all adhoc personnel for their diligent service. Thank you”.
The Chairmanship and councilorship election was conducted across the 31 local government areas of the state on October 5, 2024.