30 Nov 2020 | 01:47 AM UTC
Nigeria: Public sector strike scheduled in Niger state on December 1
Indefinite public sector strike scheduled in Niger state on December 1; disruption likely
Event
An indefinite strike is scheduled to take place by public sector workers in Niger state on Tuesday, December 1. The strike has been organized by workers affiliated with the Nigeria Labor Congress and is being held to protest unpaid wages and other grievances. The strike is scheduled to take place throughout major cities of Niger state including in Minna.
Advice
Those in Niger state are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, avoid protests or demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.