Abia Councillors Get 100% Salary Increase | READ DETAILS

Umuahia, Abia State - Councillors across the 17 Local Government Areas of Abia State are now smiling to the bank as the state government, under Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has approved a 100% increment in their salaries and allowances.

Information reaching All Facts Newspaper reveals that the councillors, who previously earned around 300,000 monthly, will now receive over 600,000, following the governor's approval of the reviewed wage structure.

Speaking exclusively to All Facts Newspaper, one of the councillors, who preferred to remain anonymous, confirmed the salary increment and expressed gratitude to the governor.

"Yes, it is true. Our salaries have been increased by 100%. Before now, most of us earned around 300,000, but now it's a little above 600,000. This is a big relief for us, he said.

He added that the new pay structure will motivate councillors to work harder for their people, fund community-based projects, and contribute meaningfully to local development.

"We thank Governor Alex Otti for the quick approval. He listened to our complaints and acted fast. With this increment, we can now do more for our people and represent them better. We're also hopeful that more good news will come,ÔÇØ the councillor added.

Analysts believe that the pay rise is part of Governor Otti's broader effort to strengthen local government administration and ensure that public servants at all levels are adequately motivated.

Observers also note that the move could enhance accountability and performance among councillors, as improved welfare typically leads to improved service delivery.

The increment has sparked excitement across local government councils, with many describing it as a reflection of Governor Otti's commitment to fairness, equity, and reward for hard work.

The development is expected to inject fresh enthusiasm into local governance in Abia, ensuring that councillors are better equipped to attend to the needs of their wards, implement developmental projects, and support the state's overall reform agenda.

For many, this is yet another signal that Governor Otti's administration is taking practical steps to improve workers' welfare and promote effective governance from the grassroots up.