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JUSUN Directs Nationwide Strike Over Unpaid Wage Awards and Salary Increments
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has issued a directive instructing all its members across federal courts and judicial institutions nationwide to commence a total withdrawal of services starting from June 2, 2025.
This directive was disclosed in an official statement released in Abuja by Mr. Mustapha Laminu, the National Vice President (North Central) of the union. According to Laminu, the decision to embark on an indefinite strike has become necessary due to the federal government’s continued failure to meet the union’s longstanding demands regarding workers’ welfare.
Laminu explained that the strike is primarily to protest the non-payment of a one-month wage award that was recently disbursed by the government to workers in other sectors, but which has not been received by members of the Judiciary.
In addition to this, he cited several unresolved issues, including the non-payment of five months’ arrears of wage awards, the failure to implement the approved ₦70,000 national minimum wage, and the non-enforcement of the 25% and 35% salary increases for judiciary staff.
“The union had written severally to the relevant authorities and management, highlighting the need to address these pressing issues,” Laminu stated.
“We even issued a 21-day ultimatum, followed by a seven-day ultimatum, both of which were not heeded. Out of respect for the intervention of the Honourable Chief Justice of Nigeria, we decided to shelve our planned actions. Unfortunately, no meaningful resolution has been reached.”
Laminu expressed deep disappointment over the neglect of the judiciary as an arm of government, pointing out that while other arms have received their entitlements and enjoyed the benefits of government-approved wage improvements, judiciary workers continue to face undue hardship.
“Our members are increasingly frustrated. They are accusing the union leadership of compromise, especially in light of the economic challenges and suffering brought on by government policies,” he said.
“We are left with no option but to take this step. This strike will continue until and unless the government meets our demands and releases the funds owed to us.”
Furthermore, Laminu alleged that the Ministry of Finance has already released the necessary funds to the Accountant General of the Federation, but the disbursement to the judiciary has been inexplicably withheld.
He called on all chapter chairmen across the country to ensure strict compliance with the union’s directive, emphasizing the collective resolve of JUSUN members to fight for their rights.