Public services across Abuja were disrupted on Monday after workers in the Federal Capital Territory began an industrial action that led to the closure of government offices.
The action was initiated by unions operating under the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), following the expiration of a seven-day warning issued to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).
JUAC had announced on Friday that it would shut down government operations across the FCT and its six area councils if its demands were ignored. The unions said the ultimatum, which began on January 7, 2026, lapsed without any concrete response from the authorities, despite several engagements held during the period.
In a joint statement signed by JUAC President, Comrade Rifkatu Iortyer, and Secretary, Comrade Abdullahi Saleh, workers were instructed to withdraw their services indefinitely.
The unions explained that the strike was necessitated by what they described as the government’s continued neglect of workers’ welfare and labour-related concerns.
Key issues highlighted include unpaid promotion arrears, delayed promotion exercises, and the ongoing extension of service for retired directors and permanent secretaries.
JUAC also accused the administration of failing to remit pension contributions and National Housing Fund (NHF) deductions on behalf of workers.
Additionally, the unions expressed dissatisfaction with the handling of the 2024 promotion examinations, noting that the process was poorly conducted and affected many candidates.
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