The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) is
demanding the payment of the September salaries of some teachers which have
been withheld by the government. According to the Association, the situation
has not only brought untold hardship on the affected teachers, but also, it is
hindering their ability to work effectively. A press release signed by
Callistus Sung-Yare, the Publicity and Organizing Secretary of NAGRAT said the
Ministry of Finance had placed an embargo on the September salaries of some
teachers who were recruited in 2011. The statement claimed that the government
initiated the move to reduce the public wage bill. NAGRAT thus served notice
that is becoming increasingly uncomfortable “with the overwhelming positions
which the Ministry of Finance has amxates to itself interfering directly in the
running of Education Service.” The Association promised the affected teachers
that it is aware of their disquiet and will do anything within its power to
ensure that their rights are protected.
Source:Citifmonline.com
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