Nigerian government salary payment for February 2026 begins after technical delay, with wage arrears partially settled for workers

The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has confirmed that the Federal Government of Nigeria has begun the disbursement of February 2026 salaries to workers nationwide.

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The Director of Press at OAGF, Bawa Mokwa, stated in a briefing on Monday that the salary payments commenced following the resolution of a technical issue that had delayed the process. Measures have been implemented to prevent a recurrence of similar disruptions.

In addition, OAGF confirmed that one month’s wage award arrears, part of a three-month backlog, has been approved and paid to eligible workers.

The move comes amid growing complaints from employees over previous delays.

The government assured that the remaining arrears would be addressed promptly, emphasising its commitment to ensuring timely remuneration and operational efficiency.

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Workers and unions have welcomed the announcement, noting that the resumption of payments provides relief to civil servants and supports financial stability across sectors.