The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) ably led by Dr Dennis Brutu Otuaro as administrator, has issued a statement addressing the delay in the payment of October stipends to some of its delegates.
According to Mr. Igoniko Oduma, Special Assistant on Media to the PAP Administrator, the delay is not due to any fault of the PAP Office, which had already completed its responsibilities for payment processing.
Mr. Oduma explained that the PAP Office fulfilled all its obligations regarding the payment process, noting that the payment of stipends was authorized by the Administrator, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, and executed on October 24, 2024.
The statement further attributed the delay to probable issues within the banking systems of certain affected delegates.
“It is very likely that the banks of the affected delegates have challenges with their payment systems and should be able to pay once they resolve the issues,” the statement clarified.
The PAP office however, expressing concern for the delegates yet to receive their stipends, assured that the delay is a temporary challenge and would be resolved soon.
“The Office is concerned that some delegates have not yet received their stipends for October. What we can advise now is that those that are affected should remain calm as they would definitely receive their stipends.”
Mr. Oduma emphasized that Dr. Otuaro and the PAP administration remain committed to the prompt payment of delegates’ stipends, underlining the high priority placed on fulfilling these obligations.
The Office also extended its gratitude to the delegates for their continued cooperation and understanding during this period.
“The PAP Administrator prioritises the payment of delegates’ stipends, and would never hesitate to fulfill the Office’s obligations in the process of payment.
“The Office thanks all delegates for their cooperation and understanding,” the statement concluded.
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