THE Department of Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs (DPLGA) is urging all provinces, districts and Local-Level Governments (LLGs) to submit the bank account details of elected LLG Leaders before the end of March to facilitate timely salary payments.
DPLGA Secretary Philip Leo confirmed that only the following provinces have so far complied with the directive:
●Manus
●Madang
●Eastern Highlands
●East Sepik
●East New Britain
●Jiwaka
●Western Highlands
“Submitting bank account details at the earliest convenience will help mitigate delays and ensure timely payment of salaries,” Mr. Leo said.
He stressed that provinces should provide account details on a provincial-wide basis, rather than submitting individual information for each Ward or LLG.
Secretary Leo encouraged LLG Managers to work closely with Ward Members to assist them in opening bank accounts and submitting the required details to DPLGA.
He further confirmed that salaries for LLG Leaders will be backdated to November 2025.
Meanwhile, Secretary Leo reminded all LLG Leaders that the Government’s One Position, One Person, One Pay (1PPP) policy strictly applies to every individual on the Alesco Payroll system.
“If you are a public servant who did not resign before contesting and winning a seat in the 2025 LLG Elections, the Alesco system will automatically detect and stall your salary,” Secretary Leo stressed.
He warned that it is a criminal offence for any elected leader to continue drawing public service salaries, particularly under different names or arrangements.
The DPLGA reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability and compliance within the public service and Local-Level Government system.