POLYTECHNIC WORKERS CALL OFF PLANNED STRIKE AFTER GOVERNMENT INTERVENTION
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The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Polytechnics (SSANIP) has called off its planned three-day warning strike, which was set to begin on January 22, 2025.
A statement issued on Wednesday by SSANIP’s National Secretary, Nura Gaya, revealed that the suspension followed a meeting facilitated by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.
The meeting, led by the Minister of Labour and Employment, included crucial stakeholders such as representatives from the National Board for Technical Education, the Federal Ministry of Education, and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Gaya described the meeting as “characterised by robust engagement,” noting that stakeholders signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the end of the session.
According to the statement, the government reaffirmed its commitment to addressing SSANIP’s concerns, including the rightful career progression of non-teaching staff to CONTEDISS.
“The demands of SSANIP were unanimously agreed to be legitimate, and all stakeholders present pledged to work towards ensuring a resolution that upholds equity and justice within the Polytechnic system,” Gaya said.
He added that the strike was suspended “forthwith” to allow the union to monitor developments regarding the ongoing review of schemes of service.
SSANIP had previously announced the planned strike to protest what it described as the career regression of its members within the civil service.
The union expressed appreciation to its members for their support and patience throughout the dispute.
“We commend all members for their vigilance and urge everyone to remain united as we await the implementation of the agreed measures,” the statement concluded.
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