In a move that has brought relief to thousands of public employees, the Ministry of Economy and Finance under Romuald Wadagni has launched a large-scale operation to unlock promotions and salary back payments. This initiative signals the government’s commitment to worker welfare.
A long-awaited decision is now restoring smiles to Beninese civil servants. In a circular dated June 5, 2026, the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Finance, Léa Estelle Honfo Akpovo, announced the start of an operation to definitively resolve career advancement delays within the public service.
The operation runs throughout June 2026 and covers all promotions that were due to take effect no later than December 31, 2026, or earlier years.
Why this matters to civil servants
Through this initiative from the team led by Romuald Wadagni, the state will correct workers’ situations in two ways:
- Career updates: All blocked files will be signed so each agent receives the grade or step they deserve.
- Payment of owed money: Salary increases and arrears (back pay) linked to these advancements will be paid to beneficiaries.
To carry out this work, the government is using a modern new software platform: Sigrhp (Integrated Human Resources and Payroll Management System). This tool enables faster, fairer and more transparent handling of personnel files.
By acting this way, Minister Romuald Wadagni demonstrates that state modernisation does not come at the expense of workers, but rather aims to offer them better financial security.
No time to lose
The government wants to move quickly and efficiently. That is why heads of all ministries and institutions are asked to immediately gather the files of affected agents.
They must promptly send the list of civil servants entitled to a promotion (for 2026 and prior years) to the Directorate General of the Public Service.
This swift action demanded by the ministry underscores the authorities’ determination to settle state employees’ issues once and for all, so that everyone receives the fruit of their labour.
