In a significant move, the Cross River State government has announced the lifting of a 25-year embargo on employment into the state’s civil service. This decision is expected to bring relief to thousands of job seekers and stimulate economic growth in the state.
According to the state government, the embargo was lifted after a thorough review of the state’s workforce and economic situation. The government has assured that the recruitment process will be transparent, fair, and merit-based.
The lifting of the embargo is seen as a fulfillment of the government’s promise to create jobs and improve the livelihoods of citizens. The move is also expected to inject fresh blood into the civil service, bringing in new ideas and energy to drive development in the state.
The government has announced that the recruitment process will commence soon, and applicants will be required to meet certain criteria, including being a resident of Cross River State. The exact timeline and modalities for the recruitment exercise will be announced in due course.
This development has been welcomed by stakeholders, including job seekers, who have expressed excitement and relief at the opportunity to join the civil service. The lifting of the embargo is seen as a positive step towards addressing unemployment and stimulating economic growth in Cross River State.