felicilin at 30-07-2026 10:26 AM (1 week ago) (f)In response to 11 months of unpaid salary, recently hired local government employees in Cross River State peacefully protested in Calabar, pleading with Governor Bassey Otu to authorize their enrollment on the state payroll. In response to 11 months of unpaid salary, recently hired local government employees in Cross River State peacefully protested in Calabar, pleading with Governor Bassey Otu to authorize their enrollment on the state payroll. Health workers in Cross River State have protested over unpaid salaries, with some alleging that several of their colleagues have died since the recruitment process began. Julius said most of the affected workers were now relying on borrowing from family and friends to survive. She appealed to Governor Bassey Otu to show mercy and ensure they were paid, stressing that they had been diligent in carrying out their duties.