Wike takes FCT unions to court over ongoing strike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has filed a lawsuit against the Joint Unions Action Committee of the FCTA over the indefinite strike by workers. The strike has disrupted activities at major government offices in Abuja, with security operatives deployed to restrict access. Despite claims by FCTA management that most demands have been met, the union insists the issues remain unresolved. The case is being heard at the Abuja Division of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria.
What we know
- Nyesom Wike and the FCTA have sued the President and Secretary General of JUAC, seeking to restrain the unions from picketing, obstruction, and lockouts.
- The strike began after a seven-day ultimatum expired, shutting down operations at the FCTA Secretariat and affecting government offices in Abuja.
- Justice E. D. Subilim granted leave for substituted service of court processes on the defendants, with service to be effected by publication and pasting at the JUAC office.
- In a ruling delivered on January 21, the court approved this mode of service and adjourned the case to 26/01/2026 for further hearing.
- JUAC has vowed to continue the strike despite the legal action, urging workers to remain at home until further notice.
