The Law Officers Association of Nigeria, Enugu State Chapter, has embarked on a seven-day warning strike from Friday, October 2, 2026, over the government’s failure to address outstanding welfare and remuneration issues.
The association disclosed this on Friday in a statement signed by its State Chairman, Comrade K.P. Onyia, and Secretary, Comrade M.O. Onyeze, in Enugu.
It said the strike followed prolonged efforts to get the government to address what it described as the plight of Law Officers in the state.
At the heart of the industrial action, the association, noted is the demand for full implementation of the harmonisation of Law Officers’ remuneration with that of Magistrates.
It also demanded payment of members’ Bar Practising Fees and annual Bar Conference fees.
Others include the payment and restoration and payment of several slashed allowances including arrears of Law Officers’ transportation, hazard and wardrobe allowances.
According to the statement, the warning strike, which began from 12 midnight on Friday, October 2, would last for seven working days.
“During the strike, no Law Officer in Abuja or Lagos Liaison Offices, Government House or any Ministry, Department or Agency should be on duty, attend court, or visit correctional centres, police stations or other law enforcement agencies in furtherance of official duties.
“The Law Officers should refrain from carrying out government business in line with the association’s collective resolution,” it added.
The association expressed hope that the seven-day warning strike would provide the authorities with an opportunity to address the outstanding demands and avert further industrial action.
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