Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration and the Federal Capital Development Authority on Monday commenced an industrial action that led to the shutdown of government offices across Abuja and its area councils. The strike followed an earlier notice issued last Friday in which the workers announced plans to halt activities if their demands were not met.
The action was directed by the Joint Union Action Congress, which instructed workers across all levels in the FCT public service to stop work. The union said the decision was taken because the authorities failed to resolve several labour and welfare concerns affecting staff.
The strike began after the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum given to the FCTA management. According to the union, the ultimatum ran out without any concrete response, despite meetings held within the period. The notice, which took effect from January 7, 2026, was formally communicated to key government officials, including the Minister of State for the FCT, the Chief of Staff, the Head of Service and the Director of Security Services.
The workers listed several outstanding issues, including unpaid promotion arrears, delays in career advancement and the continued retention of directors and permanent secretaries who are due for retirement. They also accused the administration of failing to remit pension contributions and National Housing Fund deductions made from workers’ salaries.
In addition, the union raised concerns about the conduct of the 2024 promotion examinations, claiming the process was poorly handled and negatively affected many candidates.
As a result of the strike, offices within the FCTA Secretariat and other government locations were largely deserted, disrupting normal public service activities in the nation’s capital.
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