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C’River Assembly Commences Amendment of Local Government Law, Expands Appointments

Denis Inakefe by Denis Inakefe
January 20, 2025
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The Cross River State House of Assembly has commenced the process of amending the Local Government Law 2007.

The proposed amendment seeks to increase political appointments across the Local Government Areas (LGAs). The bill states in part:

“The Chairman of Council may appoint such number of Special Advisers to assist him in the discharge of his duties, provided that appointments, when added to other statutory appointments, shall not exceed a total number of 50.”

 

Sponsored by Rt. Hon. Davies Etta, member representing Abi State Constituency, the bill proposes to raise the number of appointees in each LGA to 50, including 16 Special Adviser positions and the creation of a new cadre of officials known as Ward Relation Officers (WROs).

 

According to the provisions of the amended law, Ward Relation Officers will hold ranks equivalent to Special Advisers and will report directly to the Chairman of the respective Local Government Councils. This initiative aims to enhance grassroots engagement and governance at the ward level.

 

The bill also seeks to elevate the office of the Head of Local Government Administration (HOLGA) to the status of a Permanent Secretary in the state public service. HOLGAs will enjoy all rights, privileges, and entitlements associated with Permanent Secretaries, including pensions.

 

“The office of the HOLGA shall be equivalent to the Office of a Permanent Secretary of the State Public Service and shall enjoy all rights and privileges of the Permanent Secretary, including pensions.”

 

Additionally, the amendment stipulates that appointments to the position of HOLGA must not be made from outside the local government service of the state.

 

The bill, which has already passed its first and second readings in the House, has been referred to the joint committee on Local Government Affairs, Judiciary, and Public Accounts for further deliberations and stakeholder input.

 

Speaking on the bill, the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, noted that it aims to strengthen local government administration by fostering inclusivity and empowering grassroots leaders to contribute more effectively to governance. “This amendment is about bridging the gap between local governments and the people by making governance more accessible and impactful,” he stated.

 

Matthew Okache, ANIPR

Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker

20/01/2025

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