Judiciary workers join minimum wage nationwide strike
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Judiciary Workers Join Minimum Wage Nationwide Strike
In a bold move, judiciary workers across the country have joined the nationwide strike called by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) to demand a new minimum wage. The strike, which began on Monday, has brought activities to a standstill in courts and other judicial institutions.
The judiciary workers, who are members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), are demanding a review of their salaries and allowances to reflect the current economic realities in the country. They are also seeking a new minimum wage for all workers in the country, which they believe should be pegged at N30,000 (approximately $80) per month.
The strike has affected the administration of justice in many parts of the country, with courts and other judicial institutions remaining closed. The strike has also disrupted the normal functioning of the country's judicial system, causing inconvenience to litigants and the general public.
The NLC, which called the strike, is demanding a new minimum wage for all workers in the country, which it believes should be pegged at N30,000 (approximately $80) per month. The union is also seeking the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act, which was signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019.
The strike has received widespread support from other unions and civil society organizations, who are backing the demand for a new minimum wage. The strike has also been condemned by some government officials, who have accused the NLC of being irresponsible and causing unnecessary hardship for the public.
The strike is expected to continue until the government meets the demands of the NLC and the judiciary workers. The outcome of the strike will have significant implications for the country's economy and the administration of justice.
Key Quotes
- "We are not asking for too much. We are asking for a living wage that reflects the current economic realities in the country. We believe that N30,000 (approximately $80) per month is a reasonable minimum wage for all workers in the country." - Ayuba Wabba, NLC President
- "The strike is necessary to draw attention to the plight of judiciary workers, who are among the lowest paid in the country. We are not asking for a handout, but a fair wage that reflects our contributions to the administration of justice." - Marwan Adamu, JUSUN President
- "The strike is causing unnecessary hardship for the public, and we urge the NLC and the judiciary workers to call off the strike and return to work." - Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture