The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has suspended its planned nationwide strike, initially set to commence on June 2, 2025. This decision follows interventions by key stakeholders, including the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and the Minister of Labour.
Background
JUSUN had announced the strike to protest several unmet demands:
– Non-payment of five months’ wage arrears
– Non-implementation of the ₦70,000 national minimum wage
– Lack of enforcement of a 25% to 35% salary increase
The union emphasized that these issues had persisted despite previous negotiations and ultimatums.
Stakeholder Interventions
In the days leading up to the planned strike, the CJN convened meetings with JUSUN representatives and other stakeholders. These discussions led to a consensus to grant a two-week grace period for the resolution of the union’s demands.
The National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Supreme Court chapters of JUSUN also decided to withdraw from the strike, citing ongoing efforts by the CJN to address the issues.
Current Status
As a result of these interventions, JUSUN has directed its members to suspend the planned strike for two weeks, allowing time for the government to fulfill its commitments.
Visual Coverage
For a visual account of recent JUSUN activities, you can watch the following news coverage:
Note: The video pertains to a previous strike action in Abia State and provides context on JUSUN’s industrial actions.
Conclusion
The suspension of the strike offers a window for the government to address the judiciary workers’ grievances. JUSUN has expressed hope that the issues will be resolved within the stipulated period to avoid further industrial actions.
