Dozens of former teachers in Adamawa State took to the streets on Thursday, protesting at the Government House over the non-payment of 29 months’ salaries they say are long overdue.
The demonstrators, who were once employed under the Adamawa State Post-Primary Schools Management Board, staged a peaceful march while holding placards with messages expressing frustration over what they described as years of neglect.
According to the group, their grievances persist despite favourable rulings from the courts, which they say have not been implemented by the state government.
The affected teachers, estimated to be at least 674 in number, were originally recruited during the tenure of former governor Murtala Nyako. However, their appointments were later terminated by the current administration led by Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, which argued that the recruitment process was flawed.
The teachers, however, have repeatedly disputed this claim, insisting that their dismissal lacked justification and due process.
Addressing journalists during the protest, the group’s spokesperson, Ismail Bello, highlighted the harsh realities many of the affected individuals have faced since losing their jobs. He described the situation as deeply troubling, noting that several of the former teachers have struggled to meet basic needs.
He explained that the protest became necessary after the government allegedly failed to comply with judgments delivered by both the National Industrial Court and the Court of Appeal, which directed that their outstanding salaries be paid.
The protesters further accused the state government of deliberately disregarding court orders, warning that continued inaction could escalate tensions.
As of the time this report was filed, the Adamawa State Government had not issued any official response to the demonstration.
