Ogun LG workers threaten strike over autonomy demands
The Ogun State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees has issued a fresh ultimatum to Governor Dapo Abiodun regarding their demands for local government autonomy and improved conditions. The union expressed frustration over the state government's lack of response to their repeated requests. Comrade Adefesobi Adebayo announced the new ultimatum during a briefing in Abeokuta. The workers warned that failure to meet their demands could lead to industrial action.
What we know
- The union gave Governor Dapo Abiodun a seven-day ultimatum starting from Wednesday, February 18, 2026, to Thursday, February 26, 2026.
- The new ultimatum follows the expiration of a previous 14-day ultimatum issued two weeks prior.
- The union is demanding the implementation of local government autonomy and the cancellation of the contributory pension scheme.
- Comrade Adefesobi Adebayo criticized the state government's continued interference and failure to address poor conditions in local governments.
- The union stated it is ready to meet with the governor to resolve the issues amicably.
