Kogi state strike news

Kogi State has been in the news recently due to a strike by the state's workers. Here are some updates on the situation:

Background: The strike was called by the Kogi State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) over the state government's failure to pay workers' salaries and pensions.

Reasons for the strike: The workers are demanding the payment of outstanding salaries and pensions, which they claim have been owed for several months. They are also demanding the implementation of the new minimum wage and the payment of entitlements such as leave allowances and bonuses.

Duration of the strike: The strike began on January 22, 2023, and has been ongoing for several weeks.

Impact of the strike: The strike has had a significant impact on the state's economy and daily life. Many government offices and institutions have been shut down, and essential services such as healthcare and education have been disrupted.

Government response: The Kogi State government has been accused of not doing enough to resolve the crisis. The government has offered to pay some of the outstanding salaries, but the workers are demanding full payment.

Recent developments: On February 10, 2023, the NLC and TUC announced that they would be embarking on a nationwide protest to demand the payment of workers' salaries and pensions. The protest was held in several cities across the country, including Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt.

Latest news: As of February 20, 2023, the strike is still ongoing, and there is no indication of when it will be called off. The Kogi State government has announced that it will be setting up a committee to investigate the causes of the strike and find a solution to the crisis.

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