NiMet Unions Postpone Planned Strike Indefinitely

The planned strike by unions at the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), initially set for February 4, 2025, has been postponed indefinitely following successful negotiations between union representatives and NiMet management. The involved unions include the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP), Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), and Amalgamated Union of Public Corporation, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees (AUPCTRE). Both parties reached an agreement focusing on the welfare of NiMet workers, establishing timelines for addressing the unions' concerns. NiMet Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike, emphasized the importance of balancing employee welfare with economic realities and expressed satisfaction with the postponement, allowing management to seek necessary government approvals. Union leaders reiterated that strikes are a last resort, and they remain committed to improving conditions for NiMet staff. The discussions highlighted the need for better communication and a joint commitment to fostering industrial peace.