The unions regretfully noted that the necessity to take such drastic action stems from the ongoing disregard for the well-being of Nigerian citizens and workers, alongside the escalating economic challenges.
However, a resolution seemed to have been reached after Tunubu had a meeting with the warring parties on Monday.
“Has he spoken with Joe Ajaero? Has he spoken with the senior labour leaders in the country to also have their opinions on what this subject is? We must always balance opinions”. Osifo
Workers in several states joined the strike, shutting down activities at several government-owned facilities.
“Zonal coordinators and branch chairpersons should immediately mobilize our members to participate in the action.” ASUU
Both unions had earlier on Monday called on workers across the country to down tools at midnight as their standoff with the Imo State government takes a national undertone.
“Furthermore, all aviation workers in Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri are hereby directed to stay at home, also with effect from midnight today (08/11/2023) as directed by NLC and TUC.
The defendants are Nigeria Labour Congress and the secretary General, Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja and the Trade Union Congress and its secretary General, Comrade Nuhu Toro.
De Erudite Media earlier reported that operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, on Wednesday, allegedly arrested Ajaero in Owerri, the Imo State capital.
NLC said that the Imo State government has continued to use what it described as ‘the instrument of violence and intimidation’ against trade unions and their leadership in the state, adding that…
This was as the Trade Union Congress said it was expecting the Federal Government to provide feedback on its demand for N200,000 minimum wage by June 19.
The unions had written to the airline stating that no flight should be operated into Owerri today because, as alleged, Governor Hope Uzodimma disrupted their May Day activities a few days ago.
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