Aviation unions in Nigeria have announced their participation in the nationwide indefinite strike organized by the Labour unions, starting tomorrow.
Initially hesitant due to the absence of a directive from their affiliate, the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the aviation unions have now instructed their members to cease operations at airports across the country.
The decision was made during an emergency meeting held on Sunday, The PUNCH has learned.
The service withdrawal will commence at midnight on Monday, June 3, according to the unions.
The participating unions include the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), the Association of Nigerian Aviation Professionals (ANAP), and the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE).
In a joint statement, Comrade Ocheme Aba (General Secretary, NUATE), Comrade Frances Akinjole (Deputy General Secretary, ATSSSAN), Comrade Abdul Rasaq Saidu (Secretary General, ANAP), and Comrade Olayinka Abioye (General Secretary, NAAPE) instructed all branches to adhere to the directive.
The statement reads, In compliance with the directive from the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, we hereby inform the general public, aviation service providers, airline operators, aviation businesses, and all aviation workers nationwide that starting from 0000hrs of June 3, 2024, all services at all Nigerian airports shall be fully withdrawn until further notice.
Recognizing that many international flights to Nigeria are already airborne, the strike action will commence at international terminals on June 4, 2024.
All aviation workers should recognize the seriousness of this struggle and comply unfailingly. All Branch officers of our unions shall ensure full compliance at all airports.
