The Federal Government has assured public servants that the outstanding wage award will be paid before the middle of august, while promotion arrears are being processed as part of ongoing efforts to fulfil its commitments to workers.
The Minister Of Finance And Coordinating Minister of The Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, gave the assurance after a meeting with the leadership of the Joint Public Service Negotiating Council (JPSNC), trade side, noting that the government had already begun addressing many of the issues raised by the council even before receiving its formal communication.
He said the necessary approvals for the payment of the outstanding wage award are being finalised and expressed confidence that eligible public servants would begin receiving the payments before the middle of August.
The Minister directed relevant officials to review all documents submitted by the council, liaise with the appropriate ministries, departments and agencies (MDAS), and expedite action on outstanding matters requiring government intervention.
