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Disengaged Employees Sue CBN, Seek Compensation
By Divine Perezide
A legal battle is unfolding between the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and a group of former employees who were dismissed as part of a mass termination exercise earlier in 2024. The aggrieved staff have approached the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) in Abuja, alleging that their dismissals were unlawful and violated both internal policies and Nigerian labour laws.
The former employees, represented by Stephen Gana and 32 others, filed a class-action suit challenging the termination, which they claim was carried out without proper consultation or adherence to fair hearing procedures as required by law.
Court documents reveal that the terminations were communicated through letters titled “Reorganisational and Human Capital Restructuring” dated April 5, 2024. The claimants argue that this action breached Section 36 of the Nigerian Constitution, as well as the CBN’s Human Resources Policies and Procedures Manual (HRPPM).
One of the key issues raised in the suit is whether the affected staff were denied their constitutional right to a fair hearing before and after the termination of their appointments. The claimants maintain that the entire process was arbitrary, citing the lack of consultations with the Joint Consultative Council, a step required by Article 16.4.1 of the HRPPM.
According to the court filing, the disengaged employees were given only three days to vacate their positions and hand over official assets. They argue that this short notice disregarded established procedures meant to ensure fairness in employment-related decisions.
The claimants are asking the court to declare their terminations null and void, insisting that they remain legitimate employees of the apex bank. They are also seeking reinstatement to their roles, payment of all salaries and benefits from the time of their dismissal, and an injunction preventing the CBN from initiating any further terminations without following due process.
Meanwhile, a Facebook user affiliated with the South-South PDP Forum criticized the exercise, stating, “We were told by the CBN governor that it is voluntary disengagement, so it was another APC lie.”
The case, which was filed on July 4, 2024, under the NICN Civil Procedure Rules 2017, is expected to test the boundaries of labour rights and internal policies in Nigeria’s financial sector.
IduwiniVoice Adds
Ambassador Tom Ebiakpo Willy has extended warm Yuletide greetings to his family, friends, and the entire Ijaw Nation, urging unity, peace, and renewed commitment to shared values as the year draws to a close.
In his Christmas message, Amb. Willy expressed gratitude to God for life, preservation, and the bonds that hold families and communities together. He described the Yuletide as a season that reflects love, sacrifice, and togetherness, calling on everyone to uphold these virtues in their daily lives.
He also commended the Ijaw people for their resilience and cultural pride, encouraging them to remain united and peaceful in the pursuit of progress and development. Amb. Willy concluded by wishing all a joyful Christmas and a New Year filled with hope, good health, and greater opportunities.
By: Divine Perezide
Amatu-1&2 communities in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State will come alive on December 29, 2025, as top entertainer Chief Kingsley A. Takemebo (DJ Leader Marrow) headlines the Amatu Unit end-of-year party organised by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited.
The event, according to the programme sighted by Iduwini Ibe Reporters, will be coordinated by Comrade Ebi O. Rames, former Chairman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Iduwini Clan Central Zone, who chairs the Planning Committee.
Renowned Niger Delta philanthropist Chief (Hon.) Berry Negerese will serve as Chairman of the Occasion, while the Royal Fathers of the Day are HRH Dr. Decca E. Keredei, Amananawei of Amatu 1 Community, and HRH Eric Ebifiegbenne, representing Amatu 2 Community as Special Guest of Honour.
The celebration will feature rich side attractions, including inter-quarters canoe races, female football clashes-Agge vs. Ezetu and Ogbotobo vs. Ekeremor-and cultural dance competitions for both male and female groups. Chief hosts of the occasion are the Amatu Unit coordinators of Tantita, Mr. Man Job and Mr. Firstboy Job.
This is coming in the wake of many other events to mark the yuletide as Amatu will also play host National Union of Ekeremor Local Government Students Worldwide (NUES) holds its 22nd Annual Elective Convention from December 28-30, 2025, themed “Empowering Minds Through Education, Shaping the Future.”
Organisers are using this medium to invite the general public to join both celebrations, with activities peaking on December 29.
IduwiniVoice Social
The Indorowei family of Liomoni Quarters, Okunwei family of Ewodeware Quarters, Donye of Azina-ware Quarters, all of Ofougbene Community, Iduwini Kingdom, Burutu LGA announce the burial ceremony of their illustrious son and father, Late Capt. Edward Olayerinmene Forcados, who passed at the age of 84.
Service of Songs:
4pm, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, at his residence, Efosa Street, Off Jakpa Road, Effurun
Funeral Rites:
10am, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, body leaves Ame Specialist Hospital Mortuary for his hometown, Ofougbene via MillarJetty, for funeral rites and Interment.
An All-night Social Wake-keeping follows from 7pm till dawn.
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