Workers cry foul as FCTA claims on strike resolution collapse

Striking workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), have rejected claims by the administration that most of their demands have been met, insisting that the ongoing strike remains in force.

In a disclaimer dated January 19, 2026, and signed by JUAC–FCTA Secretary, Comrade Abdullahi Umar Saleh, the union described the claims that 10 of its 14 demands had been addressed as false and misleading.

JUAC stated that no formal agreement had been reached with FCTA management on any of the issues raised, adding that reports on the payment of wage awards, rural allowance, 2023 promotion arrears and compliance with Public Service Rules were “premature and intended to misinform workers and the public.”

The union stressed that it had not suspended or relaxed the industrial action, noting that none of its core demands had been fully implemented or verified.

JUAC also distanced itself from comments attributed to the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD-FCTA), saying the group does not represent workers under the congress and its statements could not be used to suggest that the dispute had been resolved.

According to the union, several key issues remain unresolved, including unpaid promotion arrears, non-remittance of NHF and pension deductions, illegal tenure elongation, flaws in the promotion examination process, staff intimidation, inadequate training and salary portal restrictions.

The union further criticised attempts by the FCTA management to shift responsibility for statutory deductions to workers, describing the move as unacceptable and contrary to public service regulations.

JUAC maintained that the strike is lawful and justified, having followed due process after the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum. It urged workers and the public to disregard the FCTA’s claims and called on members to remain united until all demands are fully met.

The union also urged the FCTA management to stop what it termed propaganda and engage in sincere dialogue, reiterating its openness to talks but vowing not to yield to misinformation or intimidation.