Nigeria: Maritime and port employees threaten nationwide indefinite strike from June 5

Event

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has threatened to launch an indefinite strike and shut down shipping companies' operations from June 5. The announcement follows several ultimatums issued to shipping companies over maritime employees' poor working and salary conditions. The level of adherence to the work stoppage is unclear.

Unless averted, the action may cause disruptions to port and freight operations. Participants may stage demonstrations near port facilities and government and shipping companies' offices; authorities will likely increase security near potential protest sites, such as major ports, as a precaution.

Advice

Confirm maritime shipments and port-handling operations scheduled from June 5. Consider alternative shipping methods for critical freight. Avoid all demonstrations.