NULGE Demands Release of Osun Local Government Funds

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has demanded the immediate release of funds owed to local governments in Osun State by the federal government. The union, led by President-General Comrade Aliyu Haruna and General Secretary Comrade Gambo Isah, attributed the withholding of allocations to a prolonged crisis that has led to industrial action by local government workers.

The warning strike took place from Sunday, November 8, to midnight on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. NULGE expressed concern over the hardships faced by local government employees due to the ongoing leadership and funding crisis, stating that workers should not suffer from political disputes.

The union emphasized the need for financial autonomy for local governments, as affirmed by the Supreme Court, to ensure effective service delivery and timely payment of salaries. NULGE called for urgent intervention from the federal and Osun State governments to resolve the crisis and protect workers from salary delays and victimization.