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FCTA, FCDA workers embark on indefinite strike over unmet demands
The action followed an earlier announcement by workers on Friday, where they declared plans to shut down government offices across the Federal Capital Territory and its area councils.
The decision was taken by the Joint Union Action Congress, which directed workers across all levels within the FCT to withdraw their services. The unions said the move was due to what they described as the authorities’ “failure to address long-standing labour and welfare demands.”
It was gathered that the decision came after the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the management of the Federal Capital Territory Administration. The unions said the ultimatum was ignored despite several meetings held during the period.
The ultimatum took effect from January 7, 2026, and was contained in a statement dated January 8. The statement was signed by the JUAC President, Comrade Rifkatu Iortyer, and the Secretary, Comrade Abdullahi Saleh. Copies of the notice were also sent to the Minister of State for the FCT, the Chief of Staff, the Head of Service, and the Director of Security Services.
According to the unions, unresolved issues include outstanding promotion arrears, stalled promotions and the continued extension of service for retired directors and permanent secretaries. They also alleged that the administration had failed to remit workers’ pension contributions and National Housing Fund deductions.
JUAC also raised concerns over the conduct of the 2024 promotion examinations, describing the exercise as a failure that reportedly affected most of its candidates.
Details later.
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