Workers in Taraba State have expressed disappointment over the failure of the state government to commence payment of outstanding salaries, despite an earlier public assurance by Gov. Agbu Kefas.
On Nov. 6, workers across the state held peaceful demonstrations demanding the payment of their entitlements. In response, Gov. Kefas had, in a public address, pledged that payment for all duly employed workers would begin on Monday, Nov. 10.
However, as at Saturday, Nov. 15, not a single worker has confirmed receiving payment.
Speaking with Insight Northeast, some of the affected workers described the situation as “a breach of trust” and “an avoidable source of hardship,” noting that many were already struggling after five months of unpaid wages.
A civil servant who preferred anonymity said the delay had pushed many families into deeper financial distress.
“We were hopeful when the governor made the announcement. But today makes it five months without pay. People are suffering, children are hungry, rents are due, and December is coming with its own pressures,” he said.
Another worker told Insight Northeast that the silence from the government had worsened the loss of confidence among the workforce.
“When leaders make promises publicly, we expect them to honour those commitments. The disappointment is growing every day,” she said.
Insight Northeast reports that the workers’ unions have yet to issue an official statement on the development, but several workers insist that the government must take urgent action to restore public confidence.
The video of the governor’s earlier assurance, which has circulated widely on social media, has been cited by workers as evidence of a promise they say has now been broken.
They called on the administration to address the issue promptly and ensure that workers receive their salaries without further delay.
Taraba workers say they deserve fairness, dignity, and leaders whose commitments can be trusted.
