Public Servants Threaten Strike Over Wage and Petrol Demands

Public servants under the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council have announced a three-day warning strike set to begin on October 2 if the Federal Government fails to meet their demands. The council is calling for a reduction in petrol prices to N500 per litre, a wage award, and the initiation of negotiations for a new minimum wage expected in 2027.

This strike threat comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the implementation of the capital component of the 2025 budget, which has been extended by the Senate and House of Representatives, pending presidential assent. The council's demands reflect growing concerns over the cost of living and the need for improved wages in light of rising petrol prices.