By Tony Okafor, Awka
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Anambra State Branch, has announced an indefinite strike action effective Monday, July 15, 2024.
This was contained in a statement signed by Nwezi Ugochukwu, the Anambra State Assistant Secretary of the union.
The strike notice was copied to all Directors, Deputy Directors, Assistant Chief Registrars, Registrars in-charge, and staff of the Anambra State Judiciary.
The decision to embark on the strike followed the failure of the Anambra State Government to comply with the agreements reached in 2011 and 2015 with the state JUSUN
The agreements centered on the full implementation of the Consolidated Judiciary Salary Structure (CONJUS) a peculiar allowance for judiciary staff in the state.
Despite the expiration of the 21-day ultimatum issued to the State Government by the Union, the government has failed to meet the demands of the judiciary staff.
“The strike action is indefinite, and all staff of the Anambra State Judiciary have been directed to withdraw their services until further directives from the Union,” the statement read partly.
This development is expected to grind judicial activities to a halt in the state, causing inconvenience to litigants and the general public.
Speaking to our correspondent, a top JUSUN member who would not want his name in print for now, said,”The strike action is expected to have far-reaching consequences on the administration of justice in Anambra State.
“The public is advised to take note of the strike action and make necessary arrangements, as all court sittings and judicial activities will be suspended until further notice.
“JUSUN has vowed to continue the strike until their demands are met by the State Government .The indefinite strike action by the JUSUN is a culmination of the failure of the Anambra State Government to honour the agreements reached with the union.
“The strike is expected to have significant implications for the judiciary and the public in Anambra State.’
