Plateau workers have commenced an indefinite strike after the failure of the government to meet their demands.

Plateau workers have commenced an indefinite strike after the failure of the government to meet their demands. The action was declared in a notice of strike issued by the Joint Negotiating Council, JNC, Plateau chapter, on Wednesday night in Jos. The notice jointly signed by Plateau JNC Chairman, Titus Malau and Secretary, Timothy Gopep, said the strike followed the expiration of four days extension of the earlier seven days ultimatum given to the government.

They said that the ultimatum and the extension were communicated in their letters dated April 19, 2023 and May 3, 2023 respectively. The JNC officials noted that the council held a meeting on May 10, with the Head of Civil Service and the Secretary to the Government of the State in attendance. According to them, all affiliate unions are directed to adhere strictly and ensure total compliance until workers’ demands are met. It is reported that the workers are battling the state government over unpaid salaries, among many other demands.