The Abia State Government has reached an amicable agreement with the State Chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, bringing an end to the protracted strike that had halted court operations across the state.
The agreement was reached today with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, MOU, between the state government and JUSUN officials.
The state Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, announced the resolution of the meeting to the press.
The resolution followed a series of high-level meeting, where mutual understanding and trust were prioritized and JUSUN officials clarified reports of a recent gathering, explaining that it was not a protest but an annual fasting and prayer event, which helped foster a constructive atmosphere during negotiations.
Some key outcomes of the Negotiation are that JUSUN agreed to convene a Congress on Monday to officially call off the strike and announce the reopening of courts across the state, and the agreed additional remuneration for judiciary workers is being processed for immediate remittance to ensure compliance with the new structure, and the state government demonstrated thoughtfulness and dedication throughout the negotiation process, further solidifying its commitment to workers’ welfare.
Prince Okey Kanu, described the resolution as a “testament to government’s commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship with labor unions, and praised the leadership of JUSUN for their understanding and willingness to engage in dialogue.
During the negotiations, JUSUN executives expressed gratitude for the government’s constructive approach, which has reignited trust and goodwill between the union and government.
Correspondent reports that Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Uwaoma Ukandu, the Senior Special Assistant on Labour Relations, Godson Anucha, among others were present during the negotiations.
