By Zakariyya Aliyu Gwaram
The Adamawa State Government has addressed recent concerns from civil servants over deductions in October salaries, explaining these as standard statutory deductions mandated by both Federal and State regulations.
According to a statement released by Humwashi Wonosikou, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, these deductions include:
1. Income Tax (PAYE): In line with the Personal Income Tax Act (PITA) 2011, deductions are made based on a pay-as-you-earn system, which is applicable to all Nigerian employees, including those in federal, state, and private sectors.
2. National Housing Fund (NHF): A 2.5% contribution toward a federal savings scheme enabling civil servants to access housing loans for property construction or renovation.
This scheme is managed by the Mortgage Bank to support long-term affordable housing.
3. Adamawa State Health Insurance Contributory Scheme: Spearheaded by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, this program aims to make healthcare accessible to all civil servants, providing essential health coverage across the state.
The government further clarified that the recent deductions encompass arrears for three months of unpaid contributions to the NHF, PAYE, and the Health Insurance Scheme. This approach aligns with policies to uphold financial responsibility and compliance with mandatory employee contributions.
Wonosikou emphasized that contrary to some rumors, there was no uniform N40,000 deduction across all civil servants, asserting that the PAYE is a federal obligation enforced uniformly nationwide, not a state-specific policy.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s administration reaffirmed its commitment to worker welfare, transparency, and alignment with federal tax regulations. Additionally, the state has recently implemented a new minimum wage of N70,000, reflecting the government’s dedication to fair compensation.
Civil servants and the public are encouraged to seek clarification from relevant offices to address any concerns, underscoring the administration’s commitment to open communication and welfare of the workforce.
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