Enugu college pension funds – Staff of the Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu, Enugu State, have accused the institution’s management of failing to remit about N780 million deducted from their salaries for pension contributions over the past three years.
The workers, including academic and non-academic staff, said the college deducted pension contributions from their monthly salaries every month. However, they claimed the management did not transfer the funds to their Retirement Savings Accounts.
One staff member said, “We work hard for our salaries, and pension deductions are part of our future. The college must explain where our money is.”
Another employee added, “For three years, our pension accounts have not reflected these deductions. This situation is unfair and deeply troubling.”
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According to the workers, the alleged non-remittance covers the period from 2023 to 2025. As a result, many employees said they can no longer track their retirement savings with confidence.
Several staff members said they discovered the problem after checking their Retirement Savings Accounts with their Pension Fund Administrators. They found that their accounts had not received the expected monthly contributions.
A senior staff member said, “Pension is a legal right, not a favour. Once an employer deducts it, that money must reach the worker’s account without delay.”
The workers warned that the issue could affect staff who are close to retirement. They also said the alleged failure has created anxiety across the institution.
In addition, labour advocates stressed that pension contributions represent deferred earnings. Therefore, employers must remit them promptly and in full.
As of the time of filing this report, the management of the Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu, had not issued an official response to the allegations.
Staff unions are expected to demand a full reconciliation of pension records. They are also likely to push for the immediate remittance of any outstanding contributions.
If confirmed, the alleged N780 million shortfall could attract regulatory action from the National Pension Commission. It could also trigger further investigations by other relevant government agencies.
For now, the workers insist on transparency, accountability, and the protection of their retirement benefits.
Keyphrase: Enugu college pension funds.
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