The Cross River State Auditor General for Local Government, Elder Bassey Abam Eko, has assured local government retirees that his administration will maintain an unwavering commitment to public service and accountability, with an open-door policy to address their concerns.
Elder Eko who gave this assurance during a courtesy call on him by the Association of Local Government Pensioners, Cross River State Chapter, at his office, promised to cooperate with them for better service to the retirees.
He emphasized that his office remains accessible for the senior citizens to present their challenges and engage in constructive dialogue at any time.
The Auditor General who described the partnership as that of progress, urged the pensioners to promptly report any institutional challenges they may encounter. He promised swift and decisive interventions from his office on any report made.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Association, Mr. Bassey Okosin, stated that the visit was customary to familiarize themselves with the new administration.
He noted that the visit was to congratulate the Auditor General on his well-deserved appointment and assumption of office, and to acquaint themselves with the local government audit administration.
Mr. Okosin listed the varied welfare activities the association provides for its members to include: providing access to vital healthcare services; facilitating skill acquisition and vocational trainings; offering dedicated agricultural support programs; and running professional consultancy services.
The highlight of the visit was the formal presentation of two books authored by the association, titled "Profile" and "Cross River State At A Glance," to the Auditor General as a token of appreciation.
By Omang Ekong
