NASU Warns Against “No Work, No Pay” Threats On Workers
By MELVIN KOFFA
THE Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) has condemned the use of the “No Work, No Pay” policy as a tool to intimidate workers, describing it as unjust and contrary to fair labour principles.
NASU General Secretary, Prince Peters Adeyemi, said the policy is often misapplied to stifle lawful strikes, which are typically a last resort after all conciliatory measures fail. He criticized government officials for selectively enforcing the rule while neglecting delayed salaries, calling it a violation of equity and international labour standards.
Adeyemi highlighted that the ILO Conventions 87 and 98 protect the right to strike, and punitive actions against workers breach both global and Nigerian labour laws. He urged authorities to respect agreements, institutionalize collective bargaining, and foster dialogue to ensure industrial peace and fairness.
“No one is more patriotic than the Nigerian worker. Industrial harmony cannot be enforced through threats but through trust, respect, and compliance with the law,” Adeyemi said.
