A court in Kaduna, Nigeria, has issued an injunction that bars staff unions at Kaduna University from commencing a strike. The order comes just days after three non‑teaching staff unions presented a seven‑day ultimatum to the Kaduna State Government and the university’s management.
The unions’ ultimatum demanded the payment of unpaid allowances, adjustments to salaries and the settlement of other outstanding welfare issues affecting their members. They warned that failure to meet these demands within the stipulated period would lead to industrial action.
By granting the restraining order, the court has temporarily halted any planned strike, allowing the parties more time to negotiate a resolution to the grievances raised by the unions.
Kaduna University, a federal institution located in northern Nigeria’s Kaduna State, has faced recurring financial challenges that have prompted similar disputes in the past. The current dispute highlights ongoing concerns over the funding and welfare of university staff across the country.
While the injunction prevents immediate industrial action, the underlying issues of unpaid allowances and salary adjustments remain unresolved, leaving the university community awaiting further developments.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
