The Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), an affiliate of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) representing the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has commenced an indefinite strike due to the management’s failure to address key issues concerning the welfare of its members.
In a communiqué (SSASCGOC/NAFDAC/COMMUNIQUE/VOL.1) issued on October 4, 2024, the workers expressed that the decision to strike followed multiple unsuccessful meetings with management regarding critical matters such as promotions, salaries, and general staff welfare.
The directive for the indefinite strike, starting from Monday, was signed by the Secretary of the TUC, Comrade (Dr.) Ejor Michael.
The press release stated, “This is to notify all staff that, following the expiration of the 14-day ultimatum issued to Management in the communiqué of September 20, 2024, and the management’s indecision on the issues raised, another Congress of NAFDAC Staff was convened on Friday, October 4, 2024.”
“After careful deliberation, Congress unanimously resolved to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike across all NAFDAC formations, commencing Monday, 7th October 2024. In view of the foregoing, you are hereby directed to down tools by withdrawing all your services in compliance with the strike action.
“This decision is a result of NAFDAC Management’s failure to address the critical issues outlined in the Communique within the given time frame. The Congress considers this ongoing inaction insufferable and accentuates that the industrial action will continue unabated until all demands specified in the Communique are fully met.
“In light of this, all staff are advised to remove their personal belongings from their offices, as
no one, no matter the rank or cadre, will be allowed entry into any NAFDAC Office (premises) during the strike period.
“SSASCGOC State and Zonal Coordinators are hereby directed to ensure strict compliance with this directive. Dear Comrades, your cooperation is greatly treasured to ensure the effectiveness of this indefinite nationwide strike action.
“We will not relent until all issues are satisfactorily addressed.”