The Ministry of the Interior has dismissed media reports claiming it deducted 20 percent tax from rent allowances paid to security services personnel.
In a statement issued on Saturday, April 11, 2026, the Ministry clarified that “it does not have the mandate to deduct tax from the rent allowance” of personnel.
“The 20 percent tax deduction from the rent allowance was done by the Ministry of Finance at source in line with Tax law, according to the Ministry of Finance,” the statement disclosed.
The Ministry reassured staff that “the government will not short change any personnel and will continue to prioritize their welfare,” signaling ongoing commitment to employee support.
They further urged affected staff to remain calm.
Source: Ernest Kelvin Okanta
