Unpaid Arrears, Pension Deductions Trigger Total Shutdown of FCTA Offices
Workers under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have announced plans to shut down offices across the nation as they commence an indefinite strike starting Monday, January 19, 2026.
The strike action, declared by the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), will affect all FCTA secretariats, departments, agencies, parastatals, and area councils, effectively grounding administrative activities within the Federal Capital Territory.
According to the unions, the decision to embark on the strike follows the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to FCTA management, which reportedly failed to address workers’ demands.
JUAC accused the FCTA of neglecting critical welfare issues affecting staff, despite repeated engagements and formal notices.
The striking workers are demanding, among others:
- Immediate payment of outstanding salary and promotion arrears
- Implementation of delayed promotions
- Remittance of pension, housing, and other statutory deductions
- Resolution of disputes surrounding promotion examination results
- An end to alleged staff intimidation and victimisation
- Improved working conditions and welfare packages
The unions stated that the strike will paralyse activities in:
- FCTA headquarters
- Area council secretariats
- Departments and agencies
- Parastatals under the FCT administration
They warned that no services would be rendered until their demands are fully met.
FCTA Yet to Respond
As of the time of filing this report, the FCT Administration had not issued an official response to the strike notice or indicated any move toward negotiations.
Residents of Abuja are expected to experience disruptions in government services if the strike proceeds as planned
The shutdown may affect:
- Administrative approvals
- Public service delivery
- Council operations
- Staff-related services across the FCT
Union leaders urged residents to hold the authorities accountable, insisting that the strike is a last resort after prolonged neglect.
