Osun state news on strike

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

Latest Update:

• The Osun State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called off its strike, which had been ongoing for over a week. The strike was called off after the state government agreed to meet some of the demands of the workers, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances. (Source: Vanguard, October 2022)

Background:

• The strike was called by the NLC in Osun State on October 11, 2022, over the non-payment of salaries and allowances to workers in the state. The strike was also in protest of the state government's alleged failure to implement the minimum wage and other labour laws.
• The strike affected all sectors of the state, including education, healthcare, and transportation.

Key Demands:

• Payment of outstanding salaries and allowances to workers in the state
• Implementation of the minimum wage and other labour laws
• Improved working conditions and welfare for workers
• Increased funding for education and healthcare in the state

Government Response:

• The Osun State government had initially refused to meet the demands of the workers, citing financial constraints. However, after several days of negotiations, the government agreed to meet some of the demands, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
• The state government also promised to implement the minimum wage and other labour laws, and to improve working conditions and welfare for workers.

Impact of the Strike:

• The strike had a significant impact on the state, with many businesses and services affected. Students were also affected, as schools were closed due to the strike.
• The strike also led to a shortage of medical supplies and equipment in hospitals, as healthcare workers joined the strike.

Conclusion:

• The strike in Osun State has been called off, with the state government agreeing to meet some of the demands of the workers. The strike highlights the ongoing challenges faced by workers in the state, including the non-payment of salaries and allowances, and the need for improved working conditions and welfare.