In a move that has caused a nationwide blackout, the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has followed the directive of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to withdraw their services. The withdrawal of services took place at approximately 11:20 am on Monday, leaving the country in darkness.
According to a spokesperson for the NUEE, the electricity workers are members of the NLC and have complied with the directive of organized labor to withdraw their services. The strike action was announced by the NLC and the Trade Union Congress, despite a court order restraining the unions from doing so.
As a result of the withdrawal of services, the Federal Capital Territory and its environs are also experiencing a blackout, adding to the impact of the strike action.
In response to the development, the Presidency has expressed its displeasure, stating that the strike action by the unions is a flagrant disobedience to a court order and a lack of respect for the judiciary. The government has emphasized that the nation’s economy and social activities should not suffer due to the personal interests of labor leaders.
The strike action has raised concerns about the implications for various sectors of the economy, as businesses, industries, and individuals are affected by the nationwide blackout. The government is urging the unions to reconsider their decision in the interest of the nation and seek alternative means of resolving their grievances.
As the strike continues, the impact on the daily lives of Nigerians is becoming more significant. The government and the unions now face the challenge of finding a resolution that meets the needs of both parties, while also minimizing the disruption to the country’s economy and social activities.
