NAFDAC Workers Embarks On Indefinite Nationwide Strike

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has embarked on an indefinite strike.

The Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), which is part of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the NAFDAC started the indefinite nationwide strike on Monday, October 7.

The strike is due to the management’s failure to address key concerns about the welfare of its staff.

In a communiqué issued on October 4, 2024, the union explained that the decision came after multiple meetings with management regarding issues like promotions, salary adjustments, and overall staff welfare, which did not lead to any positive outcomes.

The strike notice, signed by TUC Secretary, Comrade (Dr.) Ejor Michael, instructed workers to begin the indefinite action starting from Monday.

The statement emphasized that the strike was due to NAFDAC’s failure to resolve the critical issues mentioned within the given timeframe, and that the industrial action would continue until all demands are met.

Workers were advised to clear out their personal belongings, as no one, regardless of their rank, would be allowed into NAFDAC offices during the strike.

State and Zonal Coordinators were tasked with ensuring that everyone complies with the strike order, and the union reassured its members that they would continue the action until the issues are satisfactorily resolved.

The statement reads, “This is to notify all staff that, following the expiration of the 14-day ultimatum issued to Management in the Communique of September 20, 2024, and the dithering of Management regarding the issues raised therein, another Congress of NAFDAC Staff was convened on Friday, 4th October 2024.

“After careful deliberation, Congress unanimously resolved to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike across all NAFDAC formations, commencing Monday, 7th October 2024. In view of the foregoing, you are hereby directed to down tools by withdrawing all your services in compliance with the strike action.

“This decision is a result of NAFDAC Management’s failure to address the critical issues outlined in the Communique within the given time frame. The Congress considers this ongoing inaction insufferable and accentuates that the industrial action will continue unabated until all demands specified in the Communique are fully met.

“In light of this, all staff are advised to remove their personal belongings from their offices, as no one, no matter the rank or cadre, will be allowed entry into any NAFDAC Office (premises) during the strike period.

“SSASCGOC State and Zonal Coordinators are hereby directed to ensure strict compliance with this directive. Dear Comrades, your cooperation is greatly treasured to ensure the effectiveness of this indefinite nationwide strike action.

“We will not relent until all issues are satisfactorily addressed.”

KanyiDaily recalls that NAFDAC recently alerted Nigerians on the circulation of unwholesome Sprite 50cl glass bottles in the country.