Appeal Court Orders CBN to Pay N2.5bn to 110 ABU Workers Sacked in 1996

Appeal Court Orders CBN to Pay N2.5bn to 110 ABU Workers Sacked in 1996

The Court of Appeal has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to release N2.5 billion to 110 former workers of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) who were sacked in 1996, bringing an end to a long-standing legal dispute.

The former employees, whose dismissals occurred over two decades ago, had approached the courts seeking compensation for wrongful termination, arguing that their termination violated labour laws and employment agreements. The Appeal Court ruling upheld their claims and affirmed the award of financial restitution.

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The court ordered that the CBN facilitate the immediate payment of the sum to the former workers, describing the action as a vindication of their rights after years of waiting. Legal experts noted that the judgment reflects the judiciary’s commitment to enforcing employee rights, even in cases dating back several decades.

The ruling has been welcomed by the affected workers and their families, many of whom expressed relief and satisfaction at the decision, hoping that the payment would finally bring closure to their long ordeal.

The CBN, as the apex financial institution, is now legally bound to comply with the court’s directive, and failure to do so could result in further legal consequences.

This case underscores the importance of timely enforcement of workers’ rights in Nigeria and serves as a reminder that legal redress remains available even decades after employment disputes arise.

Appeal Court Orders CBN to Pay N2.5bn to 110 ABU Workers Sacked in 1996