The Bayelsa State Government has addressed concerns regarding the significant increase in the salaries of
political appointees, which have reportedly surpassed N1 billion. According to the government, this rise is attributed to the
implementation of new salary structures and allowances, rather than arbitrary increases.During a transparency briefing
held on Friday in Yenagoa, the state’s capital, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Seipolu, provided insights
into the factors contributing to the surge in salaries. He emphasized that no political appointee in Bayelsa is placed on a fixed
salary scale, as appointments are made based on specific administrative demands.Seipolu clarified that payments
to appointees are strictly guided by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) policy, ensuring that
there are no arbitrary increases. He further explained that the recent surge in salary expenditures is primarily due to the
increase in the number of appointees, following the inauguration of new boards and commissions.The commissioner also
provided an overview of the state’s financial health, noting that Bayelsa recorded a closing balance of N106.5
billion in August 2025 and N150.5 billion in September 2025. These figures reflect healthy revenue growth within the period,
indicating the state’s capacity to manage its financial obligations effectively. In conclusion, the Bayelsa State Government
has assured the public that the increase in political appointees’ salaries is a result of structured administrative decisions and
not due to arbitrary increments. The government remains committed to transparency and fiscal responsibility in its financial dealings.
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