Striking workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), have dismissed the administration’s claim that 10 out of their 14 demands have been addressed. The union insisted that no formal agreement has been reached with the FCTA management.
In a statement dated January 19, 2026, and signed by JUAC–FCTA Secretary Comrade Abdullahi Umar Saleh, the union described the administration’s claims as “false and intended to misinform the public and workers.” JUAC stressed that issues such as wage awards, rural allowances, 2023 promotion arrears, and compliance with Public Service Rules remain unresolved.
The union clarified that it has not suspended or relaxed its industrial action because “none of the core demands has been conclusively implemented or verified.” JUAC also rejected reliance on statements attributed to the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD-FCTA), stating they do not reflect the position of the broader workforce.
JUAC highlighted ongoing concerns, including unpaid promotion arrears, NHF and pension remittances, illegal tenure extensions, a flawed promotion examination process, intimidation of staff, lack of training, and salary portal restrictions. The union also criticized attempts by management to shift responsibility for statutory deductions onto workers, calling it “unacceptable and contrary to established public service financial regulations.”
The union reaffirmed that the strike is lawful, justified, and fully compliant with labour laws, following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the authorities. JUAC urged staff, the public, and the media to disregard the FCTA’s claims, while calling on workers to remain united and committed until all demands are fully met.
JUAC concluded by urging the FCTA management to stop spreading propaganda and to engage sincerely with workers, noting that while dialogue remains open, the union will not yield to misinformation, intimidation, or divide-and-rule tactics.
