Courts across Kaduna State have been shut down as the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) commenced an indefinite strike over what it described as the state government’s failure to meet its longstanding demands.
In a statement issued after an emergency meeting, the union said it had been left with ‘no option than to explore all available channels and avenues for an indefinite strike action,’ following a series of unheeded correspondences, including letters dated September 1, 2025, and October 9, 2025.
Daily Trust correspondent observed that most courts visited within the metropolis were closed by JUSUN members as early as 8:00 a.m. on Monday.
Union officials were seen moving around the city to ensure total compliance with the strike directive. At the State High Court along Bida Road, the main entrance was chained, with some JUSUN workers keeping watch. Similarly, Sharia Court 1, Magajin Gari, and Sharia Court 2, Magajin Gari, remained closed and deserted.
Speaking to Daily Trust at the exit gate of the State High Court, JUSUN Vice Chairman, Donatus Adamu, said the union had commenced full industrial action until its demands were met.
‘We are supportive of this government; it’s our government and we are for the government. But unfortunately, we had to embark on the strike today (Monday).
‘The reason for the strike is not to witch-hunt or go against anybody, but it’s for the betterment of the system itself. Our demands include financial autonomy, which will go a long way to solve most of the problems, and consequential adjustment for the minimum wage,’ he said.
Other demands, according to the union, included nine-month leave grants, among others.
‘As soon as the demands are met, the strike will end,’ he declared.
Also speaking, the union’s Organizing Secretary, Aminu S. Wada, lamented that judiciary workers in the state were suffering.
According to him, workers from levels 1 to 6 have yet to receive the full ?72,000 minimum wage, describing the situation as unhealthy for the system.