THE Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), affiliated with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has commenced an indefinite strike due to the management’s failure to resolve key concerns related to the welfare of its members.
In a communiqué (SSASCGOC/NAFDAC/COMMUNIQUE/VOL.1) dated October 4, 2024, the dissatisfied workers stated that after numerous meetings with management addressing issues such as promotions, salaries, and general staff welfare, no progress had been made.
The notice initiating the strike, effective from today, was signed by the Secretary of TUC, Comrade (Dr.) Ejor Michael.
The press release stated, “This is to inform all staff that, following the expiration of the 14-day ultimatum issued to Management in the Communique of September 20, 2024, and Management’s failure to act on the matters raised, a Congress of NAFDAC Staff was held on Friday, October 4, 2024.
“After careful discussion, Congress unanimously resolved to begin an indefinite nationwide strike across all NAFDAC offices starting Monday, October 7, 2024. Consequently, you are directed to cease all services in line with the strike action.
“This decision stems from NAFDAC Management’s neglect in addressing the key issues highlighted in the Communique within the stipulated period. Congress finds this continued inaction unacceptable, and the industrial action will persist until all demands in the Communique are fully met.
“In light of this, all staff are instructed to remove personal belongings from their offices, as entry to any NAFDAC premises will be prohibited during the strike.
“SSASCGOC State and Zonal Coordinators are directed to ensure full compliance with this directive. Dear Comrades, your cooperation is invaluable to the success of this indefinite nationwide strike.
“We will not relent until all matters are satisfactorily resolved.”
