Bungoma County operations were disrupted after security officers reportedly locked county officials out of their offices over unpaid salary arrears exceeding seven months.

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The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 17, in the morning hours, with the unpaid workers blocking access to key county offices in protest of prolonged delays in payment, escalating a growing salary crisis that has persisted across the county.

The security guards reportedly locked the entrance gates and could be seen standing within the compound.

The lockout created commotion around the county offices, drawing attention from residents in the area as operations were paralysed.

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Images of the scene showed cars lined up outside the locked gates as county government officials began arriving at the premises.

County government employees could also be seen standing outside after being barred from entering the compound.

According to the unpaid workers, the delayed salaries have left them frustrated and under substantial financial strain.

Employees have reported facing difficulties meeting basic obligations such as rent, school fees, household needs and piling debts.

As the security officers call for urgent intervention to resolve the dispute and restore normal operations, concerns have intensified over the county’s handling of pending bills and employee welfare, especially as the financial year comes to an end.

The disruption comes amid complaints of delayed payments across the public sector , with workers and service providers raising questions about the government’s accountability and financial management.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke