NLC Strike: FG Warns Workers Of Why They Must Boycott It

BY DAYO ADESULU

Barely forty-eight hours to the commencement of a national industrial action organised by the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, the Federal Government has through a circular mandated all federal civil servants on Salary Grade Level 12 and above and those on essential services, to be at work from Monday, 28 September.

Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Folasade Yemi-Esan, stated this in a circular dated September 25, 2020.

The circular reads: “Sequel to the call by the labour unions for workers to embark on industrial action from Monday, September 28, 2020, the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation wishes to inform all public servants that the Federal Government team is currently engaging with the labour unions with a view to resolving all contentious issues and avert the planned industrial action.

“Furthermore, it is important to note that there is a court injunction granted by the National Industrial Court (Suit No. NICN/ABJ/253/2020) on September 24, 2020, restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria from embarking on any tom of industrial action pending the hearing and determination of a motion on notice.

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“Accordingly, all officers on Grade Level 12 and above and those on essential services are hereby strongly advised to be at work to perform their official duties.

“Permanent secretaries and chief executive officers are therefore enjoined to bring the contents of this circular to the attention of all concerned officers and ensure strict compliance.”

Recall that the NLC has vowed to begin nationwide industrial action and protest from Monday over the recent hike in fuel price and electricity tariff.