Staff members at the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs in Abuja made the decision to close the ministry’s headquarters, which resulted in Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim being unable to enter her office. This action reflects the staff’s collective concerns and priorities. being unable to enter her office. This action reflects the staff’s collective concerns and priorities.
The workers, armed with placards and chanting solidarity songs, accused the minister of ignoring their welfare and mismanaging staff funds since she assumed office in October 2024.
They complained of unpaid allowances for official trips dating back to January 2023, a lack of working tools, and poor welfare support. The protesters also demanded proper training opportunities and better working conditions.
One of the workers shared the heartbreaking story of a colleague who lost her daughter and was pushed to the brink of suicide due to financial hardship caused by the unpaid entitlements.
Although the protest remained peaceful under the watch of FCT Police, the staff vowed not to back down until their demands were met. As of the time of the protest, the minister had not addressed the workers.
