NEPZA Reasserts 10-Year Strike Ban Amid Dangote-Labour Dispute

The Nigerian Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has reiterated a 10-year prohibition on strikes within Free Trade Zones following tensions between Dangote Refinery management and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN). The dispute raised concerns about labor rights and industrial harmony, prompting regulatory intervention to prevent disruptions at Africa's largest oil refinery.

NEPZA's move aims to ensure investor confidence, operational stability, and protect critical infrastructure within strategic industrial corridors. The authority emphasizes resolving disputes through dialogue and mediation to maintain harmony between investors and workers.