The finance minister said the release of payment for the outstanding wage award was in its final stage and expressed confidence that eligible workers would begin receiving payments before mid-August.

Organised Labour issues an August 11 ultimatum to the Federal Government over delayed wage award payments and 40% peculiar allowance implementation.

*40% allowance, promotion arrears to be paid later*Last-minute deal saves FG from Labour showdown By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Federal Government has directed that the outstanding…