OAGF Assures Federal Workers of Timely October Salaries, Dismisses Claims of Delay Over IPPIS Upgrade

The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has debunked reports suggesting that the payment of October salaries to federal government workers might be delayed due to the ongoing upgrade of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS).

In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the OAGF Spokesperson, Bawa Mokwa, the office clarified that the system upgrade is part of a scheduled consolidation of existing payroll platforms and will not affect the timely disbursement of salaries.

“The upgrade process has been carefully planned to enhance efficiency and ensure smooth operations. It will not disrupt the payment of salaries for the month of October,” the statement read.

Providing further clarification, the OAGF explained that the IPPIS had previously operated three separate payroll platforms, and the current upgrade aims to merge them into a unified system for improved coordination, accountability, and data management.

The Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System was first introduced in 2007 as a key component of Nigeria’s public service reform programme. The initiative was designed to eliminate ghost workers, ensure accurate personnel records, and promote transparency in government wage administration.

The OAGF reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining efficient payroll management and reassured federal employees that their October salaries would be processed and paid without delay.

By Ibrahim B.Benita

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