The Parliamentary Staff Union of Nigeria (PASAN) shut down the National Assembly complex on Monday in compliance with the indefinite strike action declared by Organized Labour, demanding a living wage for Nigerian workers.
The closure of the two main gates of the National Assembly complex prevented workers and visitors from gaining access to the premises.
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PASAN’s action is part of a broader strike aimed at pressuring the government to address wage concerns for workers across the country.
Electricity and water supply to the buildings housing the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as other facilities within the complex, were also cut off by the union. This move effectively brought legislative activities to a halt.
One of the significant disruptions caused by the strike was the cancellation of committee activities scheduled for Monday.
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Notably, a revenue monitoring hearing by the House Committee on Finance had to be called off due to the ongoing strike.
Auxiliary workers who reported for duty were unable to enter the complex, as union officials were present to ensure strict compliance with the strike action.
The impact of the strike was also felt beyond the National Assembly complex. At phase one of the Federal Secretariat, which houses the Ministries of Labour and Employment, Communication, and Niger Delta, among others, union leaders were observed monitoring the premises to ensure no staff members were working.
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The strike by PASAN and other unions underscores the growing discontent among Nigerian workers over wage issues and reflects a unified effort by organized labor to demand better pay and working conditions for all employees.
As the strike continues, the government is under increasing pressure to address the demands of the unions and negotiate a resolution to the ongoing industrial action.