Industrial Court Orders FCTA Workers to Stop Strike After Wike’s Legal Petition

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria in Abuja has ordered workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to halt their ongoing indefinite strike. The ruling followed a legal application filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the FCTA.

The strike, organised by the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC), started after the expiration of a seven‑day ultimatum given to the FCTA over unpaid promotion arrears, entitlements, and other welfare issues. It caused the closure of government offices and disrupted administrative activities in the capital.

The minister and FCTA approached the National Industrial Court seeking an injunction to stop the union and its members from picketing, blocking access to offices, and taking actions that could paralyse public service delivery.

The court granted the application, issuing an injunction that bars the striking workers and their representatives from further strike activities or protests. The court also approved substituted service of legal filings on the union leadership, allowing documents to be served through public notice and posting at the union office.

Despite the court order, union leaders have indicated their determination to continue pressing for their demands, suggesting the dispute between labour and the FCTA may persist.