The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has announced an indefinite nationwide strike commencing from midnight of June 1, 2025, following failed negotiations with the federal government.

In a circular issued from its national headquarters in Abuja, the union directed all federal chapters to stay away from work beginning June 1. The directive was signed by JUSUN's Acting General Secretary, M.J. Akwashiki.

"This directive follows unfruitful meetings in the instance of the Minister of Labour and Employment who was conciliating on our matter," the circular stated.

Key Demands Behind the Strike

According to the union, the industrial action stems from several unresolved issues, including:

- Payment of five months of owed wage awards

- Implementation of the proposed ₦70,000 national minimum wage

- Salary increase of 25% to 35% for judiciary workers

The union emphasized that the strike action has been approved by its governing bodies, including the National Working Committee (NWC) and National Executive Council (NEC), and will continue "until further notice."

JUSUN has called for solidarity among its members, reaffirming its commitment to improving staff welfare across Nigeria's judicial system.

Potential Impact on Judicial Services

The strike is expected to significantly disrupt court proceedings nationwide, potentially leading to delays in case hearings and judgments. Essential judicial services may be affected as JUSUN members constitute a critical workforce within Nigeria's justice system.

This industrial action comes at a time when the judiciary is handling numerous cases across the country, and a prolonged strike could create a backlog that may take months to clear.

As of publication, there has been no official response from the federal government regarding the union's demands or the impending strike action.