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gen2lpat:
If a company like Aqua Rapha is not registered to labour, then i have every reason to fault those organizations and tag them "Every Employees Nightmare". Until they step up to do what is expected of them, they remain corrupt and the sole reason why most employees are being exploited mentally, physically, and intellectually.

afrika4real:
Well, the body was established for our cause. But reverse is the case. Go to the body to lodge complain, I can bet it with you that you will regret of doing so because they have nothing to offer you. Even if organized labour union need their assistance in fighting a worker's cause, they will connive with the employer and frustrate you and your case.

Have you spoken with your lawmakers- state, federal representative and senator- about your evidence based allegations?

ElPadrino33:
How efficient have they and can they be when redress is sought ?

The taste of the pudding is in the eating.
That is to say- a kii gbe okere mo didun obe.

seguno2:
Have you spoken with your lawmakers- state, federal representative and senator- about your evidence based allegations?

These organizations take money from employers to stay off their back.

seguno2:
How do you know?
How many cases have you done with them to form your conclusion?

Na today? Tell that to a non Nigerian!

gen2lpat:
These organizations take money from employers to stay off their back.

I can testify to this....some of them came to my office to ask some questions on salaries(if we are being paid according to the standards so they demanded for the salary list), staff welfare etc & only 50k plus few drinks settled the matter.

Great piece, and I wish my colleagues especially in private practise would see this. Many doctors are into slave trade in the name of working in private hospitals. Some being owed upward of 3months salaries , some whose tax are being deducted in excess of the going rate yet it not remitted to the appropriate authorities.

seguno2:
Is there no way of finding out if your employer is not remitting your deducted taxes to government?

how will I know na.. Unless I know someone who works with FIRS who will dig deep to ascertain if they are paying the taxes they are deducting from my salary

seguno2:
Is there no way of finding out if your employer is not remitting your deducted taxes to government?

You are to be given pay slip at the end of each month. If not given, ask HR for the records with d scope u filling a form and requires tax ID

ammyluv2002:
Akuko! These bodies are not functioning!

Not functional? Seriously? I knew no one in both agencies and they attended to me. If Ministry fumbles, OPD is strict on their policies

darqly:
How about workplace injury or disability? Say I contracted a disease at work that cost me use of an organ? Can I make a case?

You clearly have a case. Go through ur staff handbook to check for the clause and act on it. You should be compensated. Also, ur medical insurance should cover that

olu4life:
Not functional? Seriously? I knew no one in both agencies and they attended to me. If Ministry fumbles, OPD is strict on their policies

If truly they've strict rules, how come a lot of peeps are still suffering from their employers? I'm not doubting you, but 2 out of 100 cases isn't functional. They have to record at least 80% success..If you do listen to human rights radio then you will get the picture.

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

That's a very piece from you Op!
I have two questions:
1. How does one initiate/commence the complaint?
2. In a situation where one does not intend to go confrontational with his boss, is there room for confidentiality?

Following.


I've not seen my pension contributions for 9 months now.

Toay:
That's a very piece from you Op!
I have two questions:
1. How does one initiate/commence the complaint?
2. In a situation where one does not intend to go confrontational with his boss, is there room for confidentiality?

Simply walk into their office with all necessary documents and explain. You will be told to write a petition. They take it up from there

On question 2, I doubt that

Samakus:
Following.


I've not seen my pension contributions for 9 months now.

Pencom is the way But hope you've asked why they haven'tbeen paying iit

ammyluv2002:
If truly they've strict rules, how come a lot of peeps are still suffering from their employers? I'm not doubting you, but 2 out of 100 cases isn't functional. They have to record at least 80% success..If you do listen to human rights radio then you will get the picture.

Have no idea on that but from infos I got there, it's only when you don't have enough evidence they cant act on it. And I also had Option B apart from those 2 but eventually didn't use it

olu4life:
Simply walk into their office with all necessary documents and explain. You will be told to write a petition. They take it up from there

On question 2, I doubt that

Thanks for your response.

darqly:
How about workplace injury or disability? Say I contracted a disease at work that cost me use of an organ? Can I make a case?

Very strong case.
The employer will have to prove that the condition wasn't linked to your work. And that's a very hard thing to prove for them especially if they didn't conduct any medical examination on you at any point.

Following

OP, I/We currently suffer something related. We were employed to a company and for some reasons our branch had to close down. we were owed 2yrs and 7months salary. btw 2001 - 2004. Does your article apply if yes pls I need some serious advice on how to go abt it

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

Those kogi state government workers, can they use this service. How would you guys help them

ChiefPiiko:
Allsmyles

Thank you

OP, as national assembly is owing salary, which ministry shud i go to?

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

Thanks for this post. Can you put me through on how to go about reporting an employer?

olu4life:
Pencom is the way But hope you've asked why they haven'tbeen paying iit

I've. They are just pleading for patience.

olu4life:
Have no idea on that but from infos I got there, it's only when you don't have enough evidence they cant act on it. And I also had Option B apart from those 2 but eventually didn't use it

What kinda evidence did you give?

Allsmyles:
What kinda evidence did you give?

From your offer letter to salary breakdown, not leaving out staff handbook etc. Also letters issued in the course of your time there. Proper documentation matters. Not leaving out screenshot of official emails before it's been wiped off by the company

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

Good one

olu4life:
Dear Employees,

There are bodies established for your cause but 70% don't know of their existence. I, also was guilty till I was advised/forced to make use of them recently. Thereby using this platform to educate us. Wouldn't go in depth to my own matter but will state some basic causes I treated there.

The two major Parastatal/Agency I worked with are MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND PRODUCTIVITY and OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER (OPD).

These two (2) organisations are in existence for any breach of contract signed between you and your employer. Those who are majorly culprits are sub-standard companies (popularly known as One Man Company) and Firms managed by Asians (particularly Indians). Don't get me wrong, there are companies who fits into those terms that have a standardised structure.

Now what are the cases you can treat there?
1. Unlawful termination of contract/appointment (if you know, you are the defaulter, don't even dare press charges)
2. Non-Remittance of Pension/Tax: This is a very grave offence that employers fears cos it's a big crime to the Government. If it was stated in your appointment letter/salary breakdown that you are entitled to these and no form of remittance. Dear Employee, you have a very strong case with backing of the government. You will have to work with National Pension Commission (PENCOM), Federal Internal Revenue Service/Lagos State Internal Revenue alongside OPD and Ministry of Labour and Productivity. The only "but", is that this step is IRREVERSIBLE. Once you submit petition to Pencom and FIRS/LIRS, it is no longer a fight between you and your employer but rather between the Employer and The Government. And once this takes place, the Company is good as dead.
3. Non-Payment of Salaries/Entitlements: Under this category, I wonder why Employees let Employers get away with this. You are exempted if your contract letter states otherwise on this.
I see people forgo months of outstanding salaries, with the excuse they have moved on. I'm sorry, but that is a lie which you know. You just don't know how and where to handle it except the only option of begging your Ex-boss in which they barely yield. If your former employer decides to pay you off with a particular amount, that's quite OK and understandable. But if otherwise, press charges.

Now, some might be wondering the cost of hiring lawyers and stress if it's worth it at the long run. Glad to tell you this, THEIR SERVICES ARE FREE. You don't even need a lawyer. OPD for example renders their counsel, lawyers etc for FREE. Also Ministry tries as much as possible to sort it amicably with your former employer by setting up a meeting. This happens after you've written a petition to the State Controller. An officer is attached to your case who Sees to the rest.

All these points listed are very valid. Don't let any body frighten you. I would have been forgo my case but the said Employer never gave a response to my pleas and the outstanding amount was way too much to let go.

I won the case even without heading to court (which I was absolutely ready for).
Using this platform to thank Ministry of Labour and Productivity and Office of the Public Defender for a job well done. Both advised me accordingly.

I have been searching for PENCOM office in Port Harcourt. Where are these offices in PH. Google is not helping me at all.

lonelydora:
I have been searching for PENCOM office in Port Harcourt. Where are these offices in PH. Google is not helping me at all.

Just checked for you. Its regional offices they have. Follow this link https://www.pencom.gov.ng/contact-us/

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Pencom are not transparent themselves.. After doing verification and documentation for pensioners,, they are yet to commence payment before,,even majority who worked with the ministry of agriculture are yet to receive their gratuity .. and sometimes delays in receiving their monthly pensions.... Is there anyway to put across such Complaint especially with regards to over 12years gratuity being owed.