Federal Workers Raise Alarm Over Mysterious Salary Cuts, Demand Wage Awards Areas

Federal civil servants in Nigeria are expressing anger over unexplained deductions from their October salaries. They are also calling for the immediate payment of outstanding ₦105,000 wage award arrears promised by the government. Workers across various ministries and agencies say the salary cuts were made without warning or explanation, leaving many struggling to make ends meet.

The wage award was introduced to help cushion the impact of rising living costs, but delays in payment have caused frustration. Employees accuse the government of failing to communicate clearly about the deductions and the status of the owed payments.

So far, the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation and the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission have not responded to the complaints. Workers warn that if their demands are not met soon, they may take further action, including protests.

The situation highlights ongoing tensions between civil servants and the government over pay and working conditions. Many say they can no longer cope with financial uncertainty and demand urgent solutions.

Updates will follow as more information becomes available.