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Sujimoto Dashes Hopes of Employees: Fails to Pay 2 Months’ Salary Even After Christmas

For many employees of Sujimoto, the holiday season brought nothing but heartbreak and frustration. As they held onto fading hope for their November and December salaries, the company dashed their expectations yet again, choosing to spend millions on promoting its latest venture, Silencio, an exclusive nightclub.

Deaf to the Pains and Cries of Its Workers

In a year that has been financially grueling for Nigerians, Sujimoto’s employees were left to fend for themselves over the festive period. Instead of salaries or even a semblance of empathy, they got silence and empty promises. While other companies made efforts to pay early for Christmas or even provide bonuses, Sujimoto opted to pour its resources into flashy influencer campaigns and the grand opening of Silencio.

Wickedness in Plain Sight

To owe employees two months’ salary is bad enough. To do so while spending lavishly on influencer promotion and marketing for the new club, is cruel.

A Pattern of Neglect

This isn’t the first time Sujimoto has been accused of neglecting its workforce. The company’s history is riddled with delayed salaries, lack of basic benefits, and disregard for employee welfare. While Sujimoto enjoys a reputation as a leader in luxury real estate, its workforce tells a different story; one of exploitation, broken promises, and suffering.

What Kind of Leadership?

It’s hard to reconcile Sujimoto’s image as a luxury powerhouse with its treatment of employees. The company’s leaders seem more interested in maintaining their public image than addressing the real issues within their organization. How can a company claim to lead in excellence when it fails in the most basic responsibility; paying its workers?

Behind the Glitter of Sujimoto’s New Club Lies a Workforce in Tears


In a bold yet controversial move, Sujimoto has launched its latest high-profile venture, Silencio Club, an exclusive nightlife destination meant to rival the best in luxury entertainment. While this grand opening is being hailed as a milestone in the nightlife scene, it comes at a disturbing cost; almost 3 months of unpaid salaries for Sujimoto employees.

The Silencio Club launch has been anything but subtle. Social media is awash with glamorous promotional content featuring influencers and celebrities endorsing the venue. The club promises unmatched opulence, with state-of-the-art facilities and services catering to Nigeria’s elite. However, this display of extravagance raises serious ethical questions when juxtaposed with the struggles of Sujimoto’s workforce.

Employees have reportedl[b][/b]y gone two to three months without salary; November and December salaries have not been paid, during a festive season when financial needs peak. For many, this delay meant spending the holidays in distress, unable to meet basic needs or celebrate with their families.

Sujimoto’s decision to prioritize the launch of Silencio over resolving salary arrears has left many employees feeling betrayed. Reports suggest that millions of naira have been spent on marketing campaigns, influencer collaborations, and the grand opening itself coming up tonight at Ikoyi. This comes at a time when workers are facing financial hardship and cannot afford basic necessities.

According to reports, the company has made repeated assurances that payments would be made soon, only to disappoint time and time again. This pattern of empty promises has eroded trust in the company’s leadership, leading to growing resentment among the workforce.

The situation at Sujimoto highlights a larger issue within certain Nigerian organizations where public image is prioritized over employee welfare. For many workers, the lack of labor protections and enforcement mechanisms leaves them vulnerable to exploitation.

When companies choose to invest heavily in brand image while neglecting their people, it sends a clear message about misplaced priorities. Beyond financial strain, such treatment has a devastating impact on employee morale, mental health, and productivity.

As Silencio Club enjoys the limelight, the plight of Sujimoto’s employees cannot be ignored. For the employees, this is not just about money, it’s about dignity, respect, and fairness. No one should have to watch their employer celebrate success while they struggle to survive.

As Sujimoto basks in the glory of Silencio Club, it is crucial for the company to remember that its greatest asset isn’t its luxury ventures but the people who make them possible.

In a stunning display of misplaced priorities, Sujimoto, a company already under fire for its abysmal treatment of employees, has unveiled its latest venture, a high-end night club called Silencio by Sujimoto. While employees continue to wait for their November and December salaries, the company is splashing millions on marketing campaigns and influencer promotions for the club’s grand opening.


As families gathered to celebrate the festive season, Sujimoto employees were left stranded, unable to provide for their loved ones. With no November or December salary payments, many employees had to endure Christmas without the basic necessities, while the company pushed forward with extravagant plans for its new night club.

For workers who have given their time and effort to the company, the pain is unimaginable. Instead of enjoying the holidays, they were faced with financial uncertainty and the realization that their well-being is the least of Sujimoto’s concerns.

Reports indicate that Sujimoto has poured substantial resources into the promotion and marketing of Silencio by Sujimoto, recruiting top influencers and creating a buzz around the club’s opening night. Meanwhile, employees have been met with silence, or worse, empty promises about salary payments that never materialize.

This stark contrast highlights a disturbing pattern in Sujimoto’s operations: prioritizing flashy public projects over the basic welfare of its workforce.

The launch of Silencio is just the latest example of Sujimoto’s disregard for employee welfare. Over the past months, the company has faced widespread criticism for:
- Unpaid Salaries: Workers have not been paid for up to three months, despite repeated assurances from management.
- Poor Welfare Conditions: No health insurance, no first aid facilities, and no support systems in place for employees.
- Excessive Work Hours: Employees are expected to resume at 8:30 AM and close at 6:00 PM, with no consideration for the challenges of commuting in Lagos Island.

This toxic culture has led to a wave of resignations, as employees grow tired of being ignored and undervalued.

Sujimoto’s decision to focus on a luxury night club while leaving its workforce unpaid reveals a troubling lack of empathy and accountability. It raises important questions:
- How can a company afford to invest millions in a new business while owing months of salaries to its employees?
- What message does this send to the workers who have tirelessly contributed to Sujimoto’s success?
- Is this behavior reflective of a broader issue in the Nigerian corporate space, where employee welfare is routinely sacrificed for profit and public image?

For Sujimoto employees, the reality is bleak. Unpaid salaries mean mounting debts, strained relationships, and an overwhelming sense of betrayal. Some have been forced to borrow money just to survive, while others have had to forgo basic necessities for their families.

In a country where the economy is already challenging, this level of corporate neglect is nothing short of inhumane.

While Sujimoto basks in the glow of Silencio’s grand opening, its employees are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered morale and financial stability. This is not just a failure of leadership—it is a moral failing that reflects the company’s true values.

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