‘Act Responsibly’, ‘Shelve This Strike Now’ – Force Headquarters On Labour Union’s Industrial Action

<h2>The Nigeria Police Force, has called on  organized labour to act responsibly and in accordance with the law, prioritizing dialogue and legal avenues to resolving the existing grievances.</h2>

Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in the statement on Monday, urged Labour Unions to shelve the strike and rather proceed with the ongoing deliberations at the Tripartite Committee, which is focused on determining a new minimum wage.

While acknowledging organized labour’s right to  embark on the nationwide strike action to advocate for the interests of all workers, the police image maker, stressed the importance of adherence to the existing laws governing such activities; and calls for caution to prevent a breakdown of law and order within the country.

He said; “In light of the Federal Government’s recent declaration that the planned strike is illegal and premature, the Nigeria Police Force views this action as a potential catalyst for increased tension and political instability.

“The NPF hereby urges organized labour to proceed with the ongoing deliberations at the Tripartite Committee, which is focused on determining a new minimum wage, and shelve the planned strike as such decision is essential to prevent untold hardships on members of the public and maintain order and stability within our country.

“The Nigeria Police Force assures the public that ample deployments have been made across the country to ensure that citizens can go about their lawful duties without hindrance. Therefore, all members of the public are encouraged to remain calm and continue with their lawful daily activities, while organized labour is urged to act responsibly and in accordance with the law, prioritizing dialogue and legal avenues to resolving the existing grievances”.