The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), Abuja division, has ordered an immediate suspension of the ongoing strike by workers operating under the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

The court issued the directive on Tuesday after granting an interlocutory injunction in a suit filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, alongside the FCTA.

The action was instituted against JUAC’s leadership, including its Chairman, Rifkatu Iortyer, and Secretary, Abdullahi Umar Saleh, under suit number NICN/ABJ/17/2026.

While delivering the ruling, Justice E.D. Subilim noted that although the dispute falls within the realm of trade and labour relations, the continuation of the strike became unlawful once the matter was formally submitted for judicial determination.

The court restrained JUAC and its members from engaging in any further industrial action against the FCTA, stating that the order would remain in effect until the substantive case is fully resolved.

Justice Subilim emphasised that workers are entitled to protest and embark on strike actions as provided by law, but such rights are subject to legal limitations. According to the judge, once a dispute is before the court, all parties are obligated to allow due process to take its course rather than pursue parallel actions.

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The matter has been adjourned to March 23, 2026, when the court is expected to hear arguments on the substantive issues raised in the suit.