Federal High Courts Locked Down as Judiciary Workers Begin Indefinite Strike In a significant disruption to Nigeria’s judicial system, members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) have commenced an indefinite strike, effectively locking out judges, lawyers, litigants, and the public from Federal High Court premises across the country. The strike, which began on Monday, June 2, 2025, follows a directive from JUSUN’s national body issued on May 30. The union is demanding the payment of a five-month wage award, implementation of the ₦70,000 national minimum wage, and a 25/35 percent salary increase.  At the Federal High Court headquarters in Abuja, all entrance gates were locked, leaving the premises deserted and halting all court activities. The strike has caused significant disruptions, with legal proceedings suspended and access to justice delayed for many Nigerians.  While some chapters of JUSUN have reportedly withdrawn from the industrial action, the Federal High Court gates remained closed as of 9:48 a.m. on Monday.  The strike underscores ongoing tensions between judiciary workers and the government over salary and wage issues. As the strike continues, stakeholders are calling for urgent dialogue to resolve the impasse and restore normalcy to the judicial system. #JUSUNStrike #JudiciaryShutdown #FederalHighCourt #JusticeDelayed #NigerianJudiciary

BREAKING: Lawyers Stranded as Judiciary Workers Shut Down Courts, Begin Indefinite Strike Chaos erupted across Nigeria’s legal system today as judiciary workers shut down courts nationwide and commenced an indefinite strike, leaving lawyers, litigants, and judges stranded. The action, reported by Sahara Reporters, was led by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) over unresolved issues with the government. Courtrooms in cities like Abuja, Lagos, Kano, and Port Harcourt were deserted, with cases abruptly halted and legal professionals turned away at the gates. “We came ready for hearings, only to be told court staff have walked out,” a frustrated lawyer told reporters. “Clients are confused, and justice is once again on hold.” JUSUN is demanding: • Full implementation of financial autonomy for the judiciary • Better working conditions • Prompt payment of salaries and allowances This is not the union’s first strike, but sources say this could be the most disruptive yet, as it comes amid a backlog of delayed cases and public outcry over Nigeria’s slow justice system. The shutdown has paralyzed legal proceedings—affecting bail hearings, civil cases, criminal trials, and administrative court functions. Observers worry that continued closure will further weaken public trust in the justice system and deepen the crisis of delayed justice. ⸻According to Saharareporters #JudiciaryStrike #CourtShutdown #JUSUNStrike #JusticeDelayed #NigerianCourts