The Cross River State Government has constituted a panel of inquiry to look into the botched local government service recruitment exercise.
A press release signed by Anthony Owan Enoh, Secretary to the Cross River State Government, dated April 8, 2026, government said the constitution of the panel was: “In response to numerous complaints and public outcry regarding the conduct of the Local Government Service recruitment exercise.”
The five-man panel will investigate the matter and make appropriate recommendations. “The Panel of Inquiry will review the propriety, legitimacy and procedures of the recruitment process, invite the public to make oral or written representations with respect to alleged discrepancies and irregularities with a view to addressing them.”
“The Committee is equally mandated to scrutinize the true position of current payroll in the eighteen Local Government Councils.”
“Furthermore, the Panel of Inquiry will hold sittings in the three Senatorial Districts to ensure wide coverage and accessibility and will summon individuals as needed to facilitate its investigation. The schedule for the Panel’s sittings will be released as soon as the Panel commences work.”
“This decisive action underscores the present administration’s unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of fairness, justice and good governance”, the release stated.
The release lists Gershom Davis as Chairman, while John Ndifon, Ignatius Itita, Enoh Oweh Bana, are members. Mary-Theresa Ikwen, will serve as Secretary.
