Amolatar educators demand unpaid salaries after six-month delay

9 December 2025, 3:21 pm

By Sarah Ejang

In Amolatar District, a group of educators has raised concerns about the troubling issue of unpaid salaries, claiming they have gone six months without remuneration.

These teachers, who wish to remain anonymous for fear of repercussions, were recruited in May of this year but have not received a single paycheck since their appointment.

Frustrated by the lack of communication and support, the educators have made several visits to the relevant offices, seeking clarity on the ongoing payment delays.

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

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

The teachers’ collective experience highlights systemic issues within the local government that are affecting both 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 the outstanding salary arrears would be settled before the end of the week.

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

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