The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has suspended its nationwide strike which began on Monday.
This suspension was announced in a communiqué issued on Tuesday, following a crucial meeting between the union’s leadership and representatives of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun.
The meeting, which also involved key stakeholders including the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi, and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) resulted in the suspension after prolonged deliberations over JUSUN’s demands.
In the communiqué signed by all parties present, it was agreed that the union would grant a one-month window for negotiations and intervention by the CJN and other relevant authorities.
Part of the agreement required the Federal Government to release necessary funds to the judiciary within that one-month period.
The communiqué emphasised that once the funds are disbursed, all outstanding demands by JUSUN must be implemented without delay.
JUSUN’s demands include the full implementation of the new N70,000 minimum wage and its arrears, a 25 to 35 percent salary increase, and the payment of a five-month wage award with accumulated arrears.
Citing the firm commitment of the CJN and assurances received during the meeting, the union resolved to call off the strike.
JUSUN has therefore directed all its members across the country to resume work on Wednesday.
