Organised labour unions and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have resolved their dispute. The agreement has led to the immediate suspension of the strike and a return to work by affected employees.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) announced the decision in a circular issued on Tuesday to their affiliates in Abuja.
Nuhu Toro, Secretary-General of the TUC, and Benson Upah, Acting General Secretary of the NLC, jointly signed the circular.
Senate Committee Facilitates Resolution
Labour leaders and the FCT minister reached the agreement after a conciliatory meeting convened by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on the FCT, Senator Mohammed Bomoi.
Discussions began at about 11:45 p.m. on Sunday and ended around 3:51 a.m. on Monday after prolonged negotiations.
Organised labour said all issues raised by members of the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC) received full attention during the meeting.
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According to the circular, Wike assured labour leaders of mutual respect. He also pledged sustained engagement on labour-related issues in the FCT.
Both parties agreed that authorities would not victimise any worker for taking part in the strike.
They also agreed to withdraw all pending cases at the National Industrial Court immediately.
Following the resolution, the NLC and TUC directed all affected workers to resume duty without delay.
The directive applies to all affiliates of both labour centres under the FCT Administration.
Labour leaders said dialogue and firm assurances against victimisation formed the basis for suspending the industrial action.
Workers began the strike on January 19 over unresolved welfare issues and allegations of high-handedness.
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