Nasarawa state news on strike

Here are some recent news updates on the strike in Nasarawa State:

Latest Update:

The Nasarawa State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called off its 14-day-old strike, following a meeting with the state government. The strike was called off after the government agreed to meet some of the demands of the workers, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances. (Source: Vanguard, 2023-02-22)

Background:

The strike was called by the NLC on February 6, 2023, to protest the non-payment of salaries and allowances to workers in the state. The strike was also to demand better working conditions, improved infrastructure, and the implementation of the new minimum wage.
The strike affected all sectors of the state, including education, healthcare, and transportation.

Key Demands:

Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to workers
Implementation of the new minimum wage
Improved working conditions and infrastructure
Better healthcare services for workers
Increased allocation to the education sector

Government Response:

The Nasarawa State government had initially refused to negotiate with the NLC, saying that it was not responsible for the non-payment of salaries and allowances.
However, after several days of strike, the government agreed to meet with the NLC to discuss the demands of the workers.

Impact of the Strike:

The strike had a significant impact on the state, with many businesses and services affected.
Students were forced to stay at home, and many public hospitals were closed.
The strike also affected the transportation sector, with many buses and taxis off the roads.

Conclusion:

The strike in Nasarawa State has been called off, following a meeting between the NLC and the state government. The government has agreed to meet some of the demands of the workers, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances. The strike has highlighted the need for better working conditions and improved infrastructure in the state.