The Adamawa State government has addressed concerns regarding deductions from October salaries, explaining that these are statutory deductions in line with federal and state regulations. Sahel Reports.
According to a statement on Friday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Humwashi Wonosikou, the government wishes to clarify that the dissatisfaction stems from unpaid contributory National Housing Fund, PAYE, and State Health Insurance Contributory Scheme for three consecutive months.
“The deductions include Income Tax Deductions (PAYE), National Housing Fund (NHF) contributions, and Adamawa State Health Insurance Contributory Scheme payments,” says the statement.
The government emphasized that these payments were necessitated by government policy. Specifically, the Income Tax Deduction (PAYE) is mandatory for all working citizens, made in accordance with the Personal Income Tax Act (PITA) 2011.
“Contrary to reports, there was no blanket N40,000 deductions across the board; this misinformation is intended to misrepresent the government’s actions.
“The National Housing Fund (NHF) deduction, set at 2.5%, is a compulsory savings scheme established to assist civil servants in accessing housing loans for construction or renovation.
“Additionally, the Adamawa State Health Insurance Contributory Scheme is a key initiative that has made healthcare more affordable for all civil servants.
“This scheme, acclaimed by workers throughout the state, is part of the government’s commitment to improving the health and well-being of the workforce.
“Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s administration reassures its commitment to transparency, fairness, and workers’ welfare,” the statement added.
