Just In : House of Assembly Tackles Governor Calls for Immediate Suspension of Recruitment

Cross River Assembly has called for an immediate suspension of the ongoing recruitment exercise at the Forestry Commission The Cross River State House of Assembly has taken a firm stance against what it deems an unfair recruitment process by the Forestry Commission.

In response to concerns raised by Hon. Kingsley Ntui Isong, the Assembly has called for an immediate suspension of the ongoing recruitment exercise.

The Assembly, through a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Mathew Okache, highlighted the issue of unequal distribution of job opportunities across the state’s 18 local government areas. It was revealed that the Forestry Commission’s list of over 350 hires showed a clear bias towards certain areas, neglecting others. Cross River Assembly Confirms Commissioner Nominees Advertisements The legislators emphasized the importance of fairness and equal opportunity for all Cross Riverians in job recruitment processes.

They expressed disappointment at the apparent favoritism shown by the Forestry Commission, especially in light of recent legislation aimed at providing employment opportunities for the state’s citizens.

To address these concerns, the Assembly has established a special committee to investigate the operations of the Forestry Commission, particularly its hiring practices. The committee, comprised of members from various constituencies, will delve into allegations of unfairness and bias in the recruitment process. Rt. Hon. Francis Asuquo Bassey, Leader (Odukpani), Rt. Hon. Davies Etta (Abi), Honourable Victor Ekpenyong Nsa (Cal. South II), Honourable Omang Omang (Bekwara), Honourable Odey Brian Wonah (Yala I), Honourable Martins Achadu (Yala II), Honourable Egbe Abeng Egbe (Obubra II), and Honourable Samuel Neji Abang (Ikom I) are among the committee members tasked with addressing these abnormalities.

The Cross River Assembly remains committed to ensuring transparency, fairness, and equal opportunities for all its citizens, and will continue to hold government agencies accountable for their actions.