The Federal Government on Wednesday stated that it was making efforts to clear the outstanding payments of genuine contractors on contracts executed by Federal Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs).
The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) made this known in a statement issued by the Director, Director (Press and Public Relations), Bawa Mokwa, in Abuja.
The Director clarified that the Federal Government had laid down rules for the award and execution of contracts and that no payment would be made for contracts awarded without due process or contracts not executed according to specification.
He stated: “The Federal Government has records of contracts executed by MDAs and is meticulous in the payment for these contracts to guarantee value for money spent. Efforts are underway to pay for contracts duly awarded and completed according to specifications.”
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On the N35,000 wage award, the OAGF maintained the Federal Government had commenced payment of the five months outstanding arrears in May 2025, adding that the payment of the wage award will continue every month until the arrears are fully paid.
