FCT Minister approves N4.1 billion for six area councils, orders minimum wage, arrears payment 

In a statement issued on May 1, Wike urged the six Area Councils to ensure the payment of the minimum wage and its arrears to their workers.

“I approved the release of the sum of N4,166,194,061.25, which was paid to the six Area Councils. I once again call on them to ensure the payment of the minimum wage and its arrears to the workers,” he stated.

In commemoration of the Workers’ Day celebration, the minister stated that the FCT Administration (FCTA) recognizes the economic challenges confronting workers.

“We believe that a motivated workforce is the backbone of effective public service delivery. 

“Therefore, the FCTA has taken deliberate steps to improve the working conditions of its staff and uplift their general well-being,” he said.

Regarding the promotion exercise for FCT workers, he maintained that the FCTA is committed to implementing a transparent appraisal system to ensure that merit and diligence are fairly rewarded.

Wike assured that the FCT Administration is also committed to improving the working conditions of teachers in the Area Councils.

“Civic space must never shrink in times of hardship—it must grow stronger through partnership, empathy, and mutual respect,” he added.

He concluded by reiterating that the FCT Administration will continue to prioritize the welfare of all its workers.