Representatives of newly appointed health workers at the Kaduna State Primary Health Care Board (KSPHCB) have rejected claims that they organized a demonstration regarding the delayed disbursement of their salaries for January, February, and March 2026.
The workers described the report published by an online platform (not Daily Trust) as inaccurate, saying although some members had issues concerning salary arrears, there was no protest by the affected workers.
Speaking when they led a delegation to the Daily Trust office in Kaduna on Thursday, representatives of the workers, Amina Usman Isa and Babangida Mamuda, called on the public to disregard the protest claimed, saying there was nothing like that.
Amina, who said she was among those recruited by the KSPHCB in December 2025, said the purpose of their visit was to correct what she described as a misleading report.
“Honestly speaking, we are here to debunk a story which says that we protested over our three-month arrears, which is not true.
“And the fact of the issue is that not all of us are being owed arrears, and the government is aware of it. Insha Allah, it will be settled, but the issue of protest, there is nothing like that,” she said.
She commended the state government for providing them with employment opportunities and for ensuring the payment of their monthly salaries, adding that the workers had continued to perform their duties at their various places of assignment.
Similarly, Babangida Mamuda, said as the representatives they had made inquiries but could not establish where the alleged protest took place or identify any member of staff who participated in it.
According to him, the workers were aware of efforts being made by their union to protect staff rights and interest, hence their decision to publicly clarify that there was no protest.
The workers urged media organisations to verify information before publication to avoid misleading members of the public.
However, the denial came amid separate reports that some of the newly recruited workers were owed salaries for the first three months of their employment.
The affected workers said they received appointment letters dated December 22, 2025, and were posted to different primary healthcare facilities across the state, where they commenced work.
What You Should Know
Newly recruited health workers in Kaduna State have stepped forward to clear the air regarding rumors of unrest over delayed salaries. While they acknowledged that some staff members are still awaiting their payment for the first three months of 2026, they clarified that no street protests or demonstrations ever took place, urging the public to disregard such reports.
- Positive Impact: The peaceful and proactive stance by the workers’ representatives helps maintain public trust, prevents unnecessary panic, and highlights a willingness to engage constructively with the government.
- Potential Concerns: The delay in paying salaries for newly recruited personnel could create temporary financial strain for the affected workers and underscores the need for streamlined administrative onboarding processes.
