Govt offices shut in Osun, as workers begin three-day strike over LG allocations saga

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Osun State Government Offices Shut as Workers Begin Three-Day Strike Over LG Allocations

Government offices in Osun State have been closed down as a result of the ongoing three-day industrial action embarked upon by workers over the unresolved issue of local government allocations.

The National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have called for the strike following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to both the federal and Osun State governments.

Background on the Situation

• The ongoing strike is a result of the unresolved issue of local government allocations in Osun State
• The federal and Osun State governments have been given a seven-day ultimatum to address the matter
• The National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have called for the strike

Impact of the Strike

The closure of government offices is expected to have a significant impact on the state's services and operations, causing disruptions in various sectors such as education, health, and administration.

Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has appealed to the striking workers to call off the strike, stating that the state government is committed to resolving the issue.

However, the workers have maintained their stance, demanding that the local government allocations be increased to meet the needs of the local communities.

Statement from NULGE and NLC

"We have given the government a reasonable amount of time to address the grievances of the workers, but unfortunately, no progress has been made," said NULGE and NLC spokesperson.

"Therefore, we have no choice but to embark on this strike to demand for the improvement of the welfare of our members and the local communities."

Concerns of Striking Workers

• Local government allocations in Osun State are inadequate to meet the needs of the local communities
• Workers are demanding an increase in local government allocations to improve their welfare and the overall development of the state

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