Uzodinma decries existence of ghost workers on Imo’s payroll

Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma has announced the discovery of the existence of ghost workers on the state’s payroll.

Uzodinma said the development has led to monumental fraud.

Addressing newsmen as part of activities marking his first anniversary in office, Uzodinma said ghost workers and ghost pensioners had been receiving monthly salaries and pensions in the state.

The governor said that the era when permanent secretaries were chosen through appointment was over.

He added that directors must pass promotion examinations and interview processes before being appointed as permanent secretaries to ensure that only competent people were appointed.

The governor promised to ensure that the dead got justice and warned against the destruction of social infrastructure during crises.