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The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has initiated an indefinite nationwide strike, effective Tuesday, April 7. This action follows the federal government's decision to halt the implementation of a revised professional allowance table (PAT).
Employees at Seplat Energy, Nigeria's leading indigenous oil producer, have initiated an indefinite strike, citing unresolved disputes over pay and welfare. This action jeopardizes the nation's ambitions to increase oil output.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Lagos has announced the suspension of its indefinite strike following intervention from its national leadership. Discussions are set to commence with the university management to address ongoing issues.
The FCT branch of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has decided to suspend its strike in support of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) while continuing to demand overdue entitlements. The announcement was made by Comrade Abdullahi Mohammed Shafas, the NUT Chairman, following a meeting with the FCT Minister.
The National Industrial Court has formally cautioned Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) officials and labour union leaders against disobeying a court order that prohibits industrial actions in the FCT. The warning, issued via a Form 48 notice, signifies potential imprisonment for contempt if the order is violated.
Residents of the Bwari Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory are voicing their frustrations regarding the suspension of critical services in schools and healthcare facilities due to an ongoing strike by local government employees. This situation has significantly affected families reliant on these public services.
Rifkatu Iortyer, the President of the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), has asserted that the strike by employees of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) will persist, as a court ruling against union leaders does not apply to the workers.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has cautioned that any employee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration who disregards a court ruling to return to work will face disciplinary actions. This warning comes after a court mandated striking workers to halt their strike.
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have jointly issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate implementation of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS). Failure to comply by January 23, 2026, will trigger a nationwide strike.
Workers from the Federal Capital Territory Administration have announced an indefinite strike starting at midnight on Monday, January 19, 2026, citing unresolved grievances with the administration.
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