The AGF noted that ghost workers syndrome would continue in the country unless the management and implementation of IPPIS is checked by relevant authorities.

Ukura gave the warning while presenting the 2014 Annual Audit Report to the Clerk to the National Assembly, Alhaji Salisu Maikashuwa, in Abuja.

He claimed that unidentified staff of Soft Alliance Limited, the software developers, have unhindered access to the data base of IPPIS and usually set up new users and change live data, from time to time.

The AFG told reporters after presenting his audit report that the password controls for access to IPPIS are not adequate because the database can be accessed remotely through the Internet.

He added that the password to access the IPPIS database does not expire after 90 days.

The situation, he said, makes it possible for retired government officers to use their password even after leaving office.
Source: The Nation