The wheels of change are turning in Abia State, as Lady Joy Maduka, the Head of Service, takes a bold step to root out the phantom figures haunting the public payroll. The ongoing physical verification of civil and public servants has a singular aim: to bid farewell to the era of ‘ghost’ workers.
Speaking passionately during the flag-off ceremony in Umuahia, Lady Joy Maduka assured the diligent workers of a brighter future ahead. The days of salary delays, allowances entanglements, and retirement ambiguities would be cast into the annals of history after this rigorous exercise.
Behind this sweeping effort lies a determined crusade against fraudulent acts like salary inflation and other unsavory practices that have tarnished the system. Maduka firmly believes that this exercise, ushered in by Governor Alex Otti, will usher in a new era of streamlined operations within Abia State’s public service. The ultimate goal is to elevate the well-being of Abia workers and enhance the efficiency of service delivery.
Ghost workers – those elusive phantoms on the payroll – will find no haven in this new landscape. Maduka envisions a transformed public service where dedicated workers reap the rewards they deserve. This includes the timely and consistent payment of salaries, as well as other fringe benefits such as punctual leave allowances and regular promotions.
Maduka’s message resounds clear: all hands must be on deck for this transformation to take root. She calls upon every public servant in Abia State to seize this opportunity, to step forward and undergo the verification process. The promise is that those who participate will not be disappointed; instead, they will become integral parts of the change that is sweeping through Abia State’s public service.
As the state undertakes this sweeping reform, transparency emerges as its guiding star. With Lady Joy Maduka’s resolute leadership, Abia State is setting an inspiring example of how dedication to accountability can pave the way for a brighter, more equitable future for all.