UMUAHIA, NIGERIA — Members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Abia State chapter, on Monday, March 16, 2026, began an indefinite industrial action following a directive from the union’s state executive, effectively shutting down judicial activities across the state .
In a joint statement signed by the Abia JUSUN Chairman, Prince Chinedu Ezeh, and State Secretary, Chubueze Nwachukwu, the union accused the Abia State government of failing to address the demands outlined in their final ultimatum issued on March 15, 2026 .
The striking workers emphasized that the action is aimed at safeguarding members’ welfare rights and upholding the independence of the judiciary in the state .
Court Complex Shut Down
When journalists visited the Abia State High Court complex in Umuahia on Monday morning, lawyers and litigants arriving for scheduled court sessions were left in disarray upon discovering the strike had commenced, disrupting normal judicial proceedings .
A police patrol vehicle was stationed in front of the High Court building, apparently to maintain law and order and prevent any potential breakdown of security amid the shutdown .
A notice affixed to the main gate of the Umuahia High Court complex confirmed that the indefinite strike had received approval from the national leadership of JUSUN, headed by National President Marwan Mustapha. The notice was signed by the acting General Secretary of the union, M.J. Akwashiki .
Implications for Judiciary
The indefinite strike effectively paralyses judicial activities across the state, leaving litigants, lawyers, and court officials stranded. It also raises concerns about the government’s commitment to addressing the welfare of judicial workers and the independence of the judiciary in Abia State .
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official response from the Abia State Government regarding the strike action .
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