NAFDAC workers have issued a 72-hour strike notice to the federal government, citing anti-worker practices, and will embark on an indefinite nationwide strike starting October 7, 2024, if their demands are not met. This decision follows the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum given to NAFDAC management to address their concerns.
The strike action is led by the Medical and Health Workers’ Union of Nigeria, which has instructed all NAFDAC staff to participate. The union’s General Secretary, Comrade Salih Ahmed Aledeh, stated that the strike is a result of NAFDAC management’s failure to respond to issues raised in a communique from a congress meeting held on September 20.
Key Demands:
- Better Welfare Package: The union is demanding a review of the welfare package agreed upon in 2013.
- Immediate Retirement of Acting Director General: The union wants the acting Director General, Mrs. Yetunde Oni, to retire, citing that she has attained the mandatory retirement age of 60.
- Addressing Anti-Worker Practices: The union aims to tackle anti-worker practices and promote a conducive work environment.
Impact on Public Health Sector:
The strike may significantly affect Nigeria’s public health sector, as NAFDAC plays a crucial role in regulating food and drugs. The union’s actions are intended to pressure the federal government to address their concerns and improve working conditions.
Previous Strike Actions:
NAFDAC workers have gone on strike before, in 2017, demanding better welfare packages and the retirement of the acting Director General. The current strike action highlights the ongoing tensions between the union and NAFDAC management.
Conclusion:
The NAFDAC workers’ strike notice emphasizes the need for the federal government to address the union’s concerns and improve working conditions. With the strike set to begin on October 7, 2024, the public health sector may face significant disruptions if the issues are not resolved.
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