The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has expressed gratitude to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo for releasing the seven months’ salaries of its members that were withheld during the administration of Adams Oshiomhole.
This move has brought significant relief to the affected workers and rekindled their trust in the state government’s commitment to workers’ welfare.
The union’s National President, Marwan Mustapha Adamu, praised the governor’s decision, stating that it demonstrates empathy and fairness.
According to Adamu, the release of the withheld salaries will have a positive impact on the workers and the state as a whole, strengthening industrial harmony and enhancing service delivery in the judiciary.
The withheld salaries dated back to 2015 when judiciary workers joined a nationwide strike to press for the autonomy of the judiciary.
The governor’s action is seen as a deliberate effort to prioritize the well-being of judiciary workers and restore faith in government institutions.
JUSUN has assured Governor Okpebholo of its loyalty and continued support for his administration’s ideals and reforms, noting that the governor’s responsiveness and commitment to workers’ welfare will inspire greater dedication and productivity in service delivery.