The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has suspended 87 government officials for failing to attend an important state function. The suspended officials include 25 commissioners, 14 senior special assistants, 24 special assistants, and 22 permanent secretaries ¹.
Reason for Suspension
The suspension was announced in a statement signed by the Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor, who cited the officials' failure to attend a crucial government function as the reason for the disciplinary action. The governor emphasized his commitment to ensuring that all government officials uphold the highest standards of conduct and dedication in serving the people of Ebonyi State ².
Terms of Suspension
- *Duration*: The suspension lasts for one month.
- *Salary*: The suspended officials will not receive their salaries during the period.
- *Official Activities*: They are barred from participating in any official government activities and signing official documents ³.
Implications
The suspension sends a strong message to public officeholders in Ebonyi State, signaling that laxity and disregard for state functions will not be tolerated. The governor's action demonstrates his commitment to accountability, discipline, and strict adherence to official responsibilities within the state administration ⁴.
Affected Officials
Some of the notable officials suspended include ⁵:
- *Commissioners*:
- Engr. Stanley Lebechi Mbam
- Prof. Leonard Uguru
- Dr. Mathew Nwobashi
- Prof. Nwogo Obasi
- *Senior Special Assistants*:
- Hon. Bassey Chukwu
- Mrs. Rose Ofoke
- Mr. Kerian Ofoke
- *Special Assistants*:
- Mr Mbam Emmanuel
- Tobias Ogbonna
- Easy Okike Uzo
- *Permanent Secretaries*:
- Dr. Lawrence Ezeogo
- Dr. Isioma C Arunne-Inyang
- Mrs Rose Ibe
The suspension takes immediate effect, and the officials have been directed to hand over their responsibilities to their respective permanent secretaries or other designated officials ³.
