The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government until August 11, 2026, to settle outstanding wage award payments owed to federal workers, warning that failure to meet the deadline could trigger nationwide industrial action.

The ultimatum was issued after deliberations by the NLC’s National Executive Council, which expressed concern over delays in the payment of the wage award introduced to cushion the impact of economic reforms and the rising cost of living. Labour leaders said many workers are yet to receive the full benefits despite previous government assurances.

According to the congress, the outstanding wage award remains a critical component of agreements reached with the Federal Government during negotiations over workers’ welfare. The union argued that timely payment is necessary to ease the financial burden on public sector employees facing persistent inflation and increasing living expenses.

The NLC called on the government to honour all commitments relating to workers’ welfare, including the implementation of agreed salary adjustments and other negotiated benefits. It stressed that respecting collective agreements is essential for maintaining industrial harmony and preventing unnecessary disruptions to public services.

Labour leaders warned that failure to address the issue before the August 11 deadline would leave the union with no option but to mobilise members for appropriate industrial action in line with labour laws and established procedures.

Analysts note that prolonged labour disputes could affect productivity across key sectors of the economy, including construction, infrastructure delivery, public administration, and housing programmes that depend on government agencies for implementation. They added that resolving wage-related issues through dialogue would help sustain economic activities and maintain investor confidence.

Stakeholders have therefore urged both the Federal Government and organised labour to continue constructive engagement in order to reach a mutually acceptable resolution. They argue that timely implementation of agreements will strengthen trust, improve workforce morale, and support the effective delivery of public services.

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A national industrial court in Abuja has restrained the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) from carrying out a planned protest in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), pending the resolution of an ongoing dispute with the Federal Capital Territory Authority (FCTA).

The ruling was delivered by Judge Emmanuel Subilim following an ex parte application filed by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, alongside the FCTA. The court’s decision specifically applies to NLC and TUC leaders, including Benson Upah and Nuhu Toro, as well as law enforcement agencies tasked with maintaining order.

According to the court, the action was necessary to prevent potential disruptions to law and order, obstruction of vehicular traffic, and violations of the rights of residents, expatriates, and tourists within Abuja.

The legal move comes after the FCTA workers began an indefinite strike on January 19, 2026, citing unresolved labour and welfare demands. The strike led to a shutdown of secretariats, departments, and agencies across the territory, prompting the minister to approach the court to restrain further industrial action.

The court highlighted that while workers have the right to industrial action, this right is not absolute. Once a trade dispute is referred to the national industrial court, any ongoing strike must cease pending determination.

Despite earlier instructions from the head of civil service directing all FCTA employees to resume duties immediately, the NLC had called for continued strike action, prompting judicial intervention.

Counsel to the FCT Minister, Ogwu Onoja, emphasized that the planned protest would contravene a valid court order and could further jeopardize public safety and essential services in the capital.

The court’s decision is expected to maintain industrial peace in Abuja while the national industrial court proceeds to hear and determine the underlying labour dispute.

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The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), sitting in Abuja, has issued an interlocutory injunction restraining the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers’ union from continuing its ongoing strike action.

The court order bars the leadership and members of the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC), including their agents and affiliates, from embarking on strikes, picketing, road blockades, lockouts, or any activity capable of disrupting the operations of the FCTA.

The ruling followed an application filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and the FCTA, challenging the legality of the industrial action declared by the workers over unpaid promotion arrears and other outstanding entitlements.

Delivering the ruling on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Justice E. D. Subilim held that the applicants had established a strong case warranting judicial intervention to prevent a shutdown of government activities in the nation’s capital.

The court restrained the defendants—identified as Rifkatu Iortyer and Abdullahi Umar Saleh, President and Secretary of JUAC respectively—from proceeding with the strike pending the determination of the substantive suit. The union officials were absent during the court proceedings.

Counsel to the FCTA, Dr Ogwu J. Onoja, SAN, argued that the strike was illegal and did not comply with the provisions of the Trade Disputes Act, warning that it would paralyse essential services within the FCT.

Justice Subilim also granted the FCTA leave to serve court processes on the defendants through substituted means, ordering that the originating summons be published in a national daily and pasted at the JUAC office within the FCTA Secretariat in Garki, Abuja.

According to the court, the suit raises critical legal questions, including whether JUAC qualifies as a registered trade union with the capacity to lawfully declare a strike under Nigerian labour laws.

The case has been adjourned to Monday, January 26, 2026, for the hearing of the motion on notice.

Reacting to the development, a union leader, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the workers would comply with the court process and defend their actions within the legal framework.

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The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has commenced an indefinite nationwide strike over what it described as the Federal Government’s failure to meet its longstanding demands.

The association’s president, Dr Mohammad Suleiman, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Saturday through NARD’s official account.

According to Suleiman, the decision followed the expiration of a 30-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government.

He said the strike became inevitable after several unfulfilled promises and unimplemented agreements reached with the government despite multiple dialogues and appeals.

“We embark on this total and indefinite strike with a heavy heart, aware of the hardship it will cause patients. However, our demands are not selfish or politically driven. They focus on saving Nigeria’s collapsing health system and ensuring citizens receive quality care,” Suleiman stated.

He added that poor working conditions, unpaid arrears, inadequate facilities, and excessive workload have pushed many doctors to frustration and forced some to seek better opportunities abroad.

“Our fight is for a system where doctors can work in safe, supportive environments. An overworked and underpaid doctor cannot deliver optimal care,” he said.

The association listed its demands to include fair remuneration, improved infrastructure, payment of outstanding salaries, adequate staffing, and better welfare for medical personnel.

Suleiman called on Nigerians, civil society organisations, labour unions, and traditional leaders to support the strike, stressing that the action is aimed at rebuilding a functional healthcare system.

He appealed to the government to urgently address the demands so hospitals can reopen and doctors return to work.

Meanwhile, resident doctors in Abuja have announced their decision to join the strike over unresolved issues with the Federal Capital Territory Administration.

NARD had earlier notified the government of its plan to begin the industrial action on November 1, 2025.

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The House of Representatives has moved to resolve the dispute between PENGASSAN and the Dangote Refinery, which disrupted fuel distribution nationwide.

The motion, sponsored by Alhassan Doguwa and Abdussamad Dasuki, urged protection of key private investments from “adversarial unionism.” Lawmakers noted that the $20bn refinery operates under NEPZA’s Free Trade Zone laws, which exempt it from general labour regulations.

The strike, which began on September 29, 2025, caused losses of about 200,000 barrels of crude daily and worsened fuel scarcity across the country.

The House asked its leadership to mediate between both parties and directed the Ministries of Labour, Industry, and Justice to create a framework protecting strategic private investments from unlawful union actions.

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