Jubilation has gripped the entire Imo state capital, Owerri as Governor Rochas Okorocha has approved the payment of two month’s salaries to workers in the state.
This was contained in the statement released on Wednesday, by the state commissioner for information, Nnamdi Obiaraeri.
Mr Obiaraeri said the governor made the move in order to alleviate the sufferings of the workers in the state for a hitch free Christmas celebration.
He said: “This is to announce that the Governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, has approved the immediate payment of the November and December 2017 salaries of Imo workers.
“This is to enable our esteemed Imo workers to celebrate seamless Christmas. Payments have duly commenced.
“Any worker encountering any difficulties with the approved payments should not hesitate to contact the Ministry of Happiness and Purpose Fulfilment for immediate intervention.”
Daily Nigerian can report that mood in the state capital Owerri has risen positively as the workers anticipate a stress free festive period.