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Industrial Court of Nigeria nullifies Obaseki’s suspension of union activities in universities
The National Industrial Court of Nigeria sitting in Benin City, Edo State capital, has declared that the June 8, 2022 directive of the state government suspending trade unions’ activities in tertiary institutions in the state as unconstitutional, illegal, null and void.
Recall that the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Ambrose Alli University chapter, had approached the NICN through its lawyer, Kingsley Obamogie, in a suit No: NICN/BEN/40/2022, to challenge the directive of Governor Godwin Obaseki suspending all unions in the state’s tertiary institutions.
The suit had the ASUU chairman, AAU chapter, Dr Cyril Onogbosele, and Assistant Secretary, Dr William Odion, as claimants; while Obaseki, the state Attorney General, and the Edo State government, were the defendants.
The ASUU, AAU chapter, also wanted the court to declare that “the order or directive of the defendants for the suspension of trade union activities at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma as unconstitutional, illegal, null and void and same is ultra vires the powers of the defendants.
“A declaration that the defendants have no power whatsoever to interfere or intermeddle with the claimants’ exercise of their rights, as members of a registered trade union, Academic Staff Union of Universities to engage in trade union activities at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.
“An order of perpetual injunction restraining the defendants, their servants, employees and/or agents from interfering with or intermeddling in the claimants’ exercise of their fundamental right to engage in trade union activities at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.
“An order of perpetual injunction restraining the defendants, their servants, agents and/or privies from taking any form of disciplinary action against the claimants on account of their trade union activities at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.”
Delivering judgment, Justice A. A. Adewemimo ruled that the state government was wrong to have suspended trade union activities in the AAU and other tertiary institutions in the state.
Onogbosele, while reacting to the ruling on Sunday, hailed the judgment, saying, “The court judgment is a victory for constitutionalism, the rule of law, and due process.”
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Judiciary Staff Union Confirms Journalist General Secretary
The appointment marks a notable transition for Akwashiki, who spent more than 15 years reporting on organised labour, industrial relations, trade unions and workers’ issues before moving into union administration.
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has confirmed veteran labour journalist, Comrade Moses John Akwashiki as its substantive General Secretary.
Akwashiki’s appointment was approved by the National Working Committee of the union and took effect from September 5, following his stint as Acting General Secretary.
The appointment marks a notable transition for Akwashiki, who spent more than 15 years reporting on organised labour, industrial relations, trade unions and workers’ issues before moving into union administration.
In a letter conveying the approval, JUSUN national president, Comrade Marwan Mustapha Adamu, congratulated Akwashiki, and urged him to discharge his responsibilities in accordance with the union’s Constitution and Code of Conduct.
The letter, titled “Confirmation of Appointment as Substantive General Secretary of Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria”, stated that the National Working Committee had approved his appointment with effect from September 5.
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….as FG starts two-week Kara Bridge repairs tomorrow
Motorists face severe traffic disruptions on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway starting Tuesday as the Federal Government begins a two-week repair of the Kara Bridge.
The Federal Ministry of Works has scheduled the rehabilitation works to commence tomorrow, with the project expected to last 14 days. The repairs aim to address structural issues on the critical bridge, a major link for commuters and heavy-duty vehicles between Lagos and Ogun states.
Authorities have advised road users to explore alternative routes or adjust travel times to avoid prolonged delays during the construction period. Traffic management measures are expected to be put in place, though details on lane closures or diversions have yet to be fully released.
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FG announces two-week traffic delays on Kara–Berger Bridge for repairs
The TRACE Acting Commander, Mr A. Ojerinde, stated that a multi-agency operation including TRACE, the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and the Nigeria Police Force will be deployed along the corridor to enforce traffic control.
THE Federal Government has alerts motorists and commuters on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway of possible travel delays, starting Tuesday September 8 for two weeks repair works on the Kara–Berger Bridge
The project, earlier slated to commence in August 2026, was suspended for traffic review following public outcry over short notice and the need for effective traffic management.
The two-week rehabilitation project, directed by the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, involves the replacement of deteriorating expansion joints to improve road safety, structural integrity, and long-term traffic flow on the busy corridor.
The project is expected to run through September 22, 2026.
The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, TRACE, alongside the Federal Ministry of Works and key stakeholders, in a statement, warned motorists to prepare for lane restrictions, particularly during peak commuting hours.
The TRACE Acting Commander, Mr A. Ojerinde, stated that a multi-agency operation including TRACE, the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and the Nigeria Police Force will be deployed along the corridor to enforce traffic control.
Ojerinde, who urged road users to plan ahead, said “Leave earlier than usual to accommodate expected travel delays.
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