Judiciary workers under the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) have commenced an indefinite strike, effectively shutting down the Federal High Court in Abuja. On Monday morning, judges, lawyers, and litigants found themselves locked out of the court premises as union members enforced the industrial action.
The strike, which began at midnight on June 1, follows a directive from JUSUN’s national leadership. The union cited unresolved issues with the government, including demands for the payment of a five-month wage award, implementation of the ₦70,000 national minimum wage, and a 25/35 percent salary increase.
Efforts to mediate the dispute, including meetings facilitated by the Minister of Labour and Employment, have so far been unsuccessful. As a result, JUSUN leadership has vowed to continue the strike until their demands are met.
While the Federal High Court remains inaccessible, reports indicate that some judiciary chapters have opted out of the strike. However, as of Monday morning, the court gates in Abuja remained firmly locked, disrupting legal proceedings and leaving litigants stranded.
The strike is expected to have widespread implications for judicial activities across the country, with stakeholders urging the government to address the concerns raised by the union.
