JUSUN declares indefinite strike in Nasarawa over non-implementation of financial autonomy, others

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Nasarawa State Branch, has declared an indefinite strike over the non-implementation of its demands by the state government and the Judicial Service Commission.

Confirming the development on Tuesday night, the state Chairman of JUSUN, Comrade Mas’ud Ubangari, said the action followed the expiration of the seven-day ultimatum issued to the relevant authorities.

He directed all JUSUN members to embark on the indefinite strike with effect from midnight on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, expressing concern that the authorities had resorted to delay tactics instead of addressing their demands.

He said: “Our demands include the immediate implementation of the 40 per cent Peculiar Allowance approved by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, financial autonomy for the judiciary, 58.1 per cent salary increase, and implementation of pending conversions and outstanding promotions.”

Meanwhile, the State Judicial Service Commission has directed all judicial staff to report at their respective duty posts and remain at work in compliance with a subsisting order of the National Industrial Court.

A statement issued by the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Ramatu Idris, directed all Chief Registrars to ensure strict compliance with the directive.

“The Commission therefore considers the proposed industrial action at this stage premature, particularly in view of the ongoing process initiated to address the Union’s demands and the existence of a subsisting order/ruling of the National Industrial Court concerning the proposed industrial action,” the statement read in part.

The Commission, however, threatened disciplinary action, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations governing the service, against any judicial worker who fails to report for duty in compliance with the court order.

“The Judicial Service Commission remains committed to the rule of law, constructive engagement, industrial harmony and the peaceful resolution of disputes in the interest of justice and the public good,” the statement added.