In a bold move, civil servants in Abia State, fed up with months of unpaid salaries, stormed the Ministry of Finance office complex in Umuahia on Tuesday, locking the gates to the Accountant-General's office and vowing not to back down until their wages were paid.

"The workers' collective action sent shockwaves through the state government, with officials scrambling to respond to the disgruntled employees.

The government's failure to pay salaries in a timely manner has been a persistent issue in the state, and this latest protest underscores the growing frustration and desperation among the workforce.

The government has pledged to address the issue, but there is growing doubt among the workers about their sincerity."