Anambra Judiciary Workers Begin Indefinite Strike
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Anambra State Chapter, began their strike on Monday, protesting the state government’s refusal to implement the Consolidated Judiciary Salary Structure (CONJUS).
Court proceedings were suspended at the High Courts at Ekwueme Square, Chief Magistrate’s Courts, and Customary Courts in Amawbia, Awka.
The courts were void of magistrates, judges, or staff, with only security personnel present. Lawyers and litigants arriving at the courts were turned away as the gates were locked.
JUSUN State Chairman, Henry Ezeoke, stated that the strike was a result of the government’s failure to honor agreements made in 2011 and 2015 regarding the payment of CONJUS.
He added that the strike would continue indefinitely until the government meets their conditions and further directives are given by the union.
“The action was as a result of the state government’s refusal to pay CONJUS as agreed upon in 2011 and 2015 respectively.
“We have explored all possible avenues but the state government has refused to comply with the agreement on implementation of CONJUS.
“The union earlier issued a 21-day ultimatum to the state government but it was ignored. We believe that downing tools is the only language the government will understand.
“Therefore, the strike will last indefinitely, until government meets the conditions and pending further directives by the union,” Ezeoke said.
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