Nigerian Indigenous Contractors Protest Unpaid Fees by Government

Indigenous contractors in Nigeria are protesting the Federal Government's failure to pay outstanding fees totaling 4.7 trillion Naira, leading to financial distress and unpaid debts. The contractors, represented by the Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria, have vowed to continue protesting until they receive payment.

Tensions escalated when local contractors staged protests in Abuja, alleging unpaid debts owed by the government. The contractors accuse the government of issuing dud checks and delaying payments, affecting the completion of several projects nationwide.

Despite claims that funds were earmarked in the budget, contractors remain unpaid, leading to ongoing demonstrations.