Niger govt to avert strike, invites labour for dialogue

The Government of Niger State appreciates the position of organised labour on certain contentious matters and assures the public, particularly the civil servants and organised labour, of its readiness to dialogue and amicably address demands of labour in the best interest of the state.

A statement issued by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman, explained that the present administration had enjoyed a cordial relationship with organised labour.

The statement further explained that, in furtherance of this understanding, the Government of Niger State on February 20, 2024, invited Organised Labour to a meeting by 2 p.m., and it is hoping to receive its cooperation in this regard, stressing that the government is disposed to continuous discussion with Organised Labour.

The statement assured the general public that the administration of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago is people- and labour-friendly and remains open to dialogue and negotiations that will move Niger State forward.

The present administration is committed to principled dialogue and social bargaining for the benefit of the state, the statement added.