By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), has accused the Federal Government of using its “No Work, No Pay” policy to intimidate and silence workers demanding fair treatment and respect for agreements.
NASU General Secretary, Prince Peters Adeyemi, in a statement, said government officials repeatedly threaten to enforce the policy against unions planning lawful strikes, describing it as an attempt to suppress legitimate struggles.
He argued that strikes are a last resort, often provoked by the government’s failure to honour agreements or pay wages promptly.
Adeyemi said while the Trade Disputes Act allows wage withholding during strikes, it must be applied with due process and fairness.
He faulted government for enforcing “No Work, No Pay” while ignoring “No Pay, No Work,” which mandates timely wage payments, calling the practice “hypocrisy that undermines social justice.”
Adeyemi urged the government to strengthen collective bargaining, respect labour laws, and treat workers with dignity to prevent future strikes.
