Amolatar educators demand unpaid salaries after six months of wait

9 December 2025, 3:21 pm

By Sarah Ejang

In Amolatar district, a group of educators is speaking out about the troubling issue of unpaid salaries, claiming they have gone six months without remuneration.

These teachers, who prefer to remain anonymous for fear of repercussions, were recruited in May of this year, yet they have not received a single paycheck since their hiring.

Frustrated by the lack of communication and support, the educators have made multiple trips to the relevant offices, seeking clarity regarding the ongoing payment delays.

However, their efforts have been met with vague explanations and little assistance. “Receiving our salaries is not just a request; it is a fundamental right,” one teacher expressed. “Yet here we are, being denied what is rightfully ours without any clear reason.”

The situation has created an atmosphere of uncertainty and distress among the teaching staff, who rely on their salaries to support their families and fulfill basic needs.

The teachers’ collective experience highlights systemic issues within the local government that are affecting their livelihoods and morale.

When approached by our reporter for comment, Paul Samuel Mpiiwa, the Chief Administrative Officer of Amolatar, acknowledged the problem.

He attributed the delays in salary payments to complications with the system, a government tool used to manage public payrolls.

He assured the community that the administration is working diligently to resolve these issues and promised that remaining salary dues would be addressed before the end of the week.

Mpiiwa encouraged the affected teachers to reach out directly to his office if their salaries remain unpaid after this period, indicating that he would provide assistance in navigating the bureaucratic maze that has led to their current predicament.

As the educators await resolution, they remain hopeful that their voices will be heard and that their rights will be upheld, allowing them to focus on their critical role in shaping the future of Amolatar’s children rather than worrying about their financial stability.