Judiciary staff in Anambra State have declared an indefinite strike, effective Monday, over the government’s failure to pay the Consolidated Judiciary Salary Structure (CONJUS).
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) announced the strike in a letter to stakeholders, citing the government’s refusal to honor agreements reached in 2011 and 2015.
According to JUSUN chairman, Henry Ezeoke, and secretary, Ugochukwu Nwezi, the strike is a last resort after a 21-day ultimatum expired without response from the government.
The union directed all staff to withdraw their services, crippling court activities and judiciary matters in the state.
The workers lamented that they have explored all avenues without success, and believe that the strike is the only language the government will understand.
The strike notice read: “All staff of the Anambra State Judiciary are directed to withdraw their services, effective from Monday, July 15, 2024, pending further directives by the union.”
