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Following the commencement of the five-day strike by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in Kaduna on Sunday, a group of youths with no defined name have come out in hundreds protesting against the strike action in solidarity with the Kaduna State government.
The NLC and its various affiliates had planned and have began its strike for five days from May 16 in Kaduna State. The strike is in response to reform plans by the state government, including the recent dismissal of workers. Various groups of state workers, including those in the electricity, health, and aviation sectors, plan to participate.
So far, the Kaduna Electricity distribution Company have taken the lead by ensuring a total blackout from 12midnight on Sunday.
Aviation workers at Kaduna International Airport (KAD) plan to withdrawal services from 00:01 May 17.
The work stoppage is unlikely to affect emergency services and COVID-19 care.
However, disruptions to routine health services at government hospitals and health facilities may occur due to understaffing.
Increased demand for care could also disrupt services at private facilities.
Disruptions to electricity supply or maintenance of electricity infrastructure are possible.
Disruptions to KIA flight operations are likely while general public transport services may also be disrupted.
State services, generally, could be impacted.
Striking workers may participate in protests near government buildings, particularly in the state capital, Kaduna.
Police will almost certainly deploy to any strike-related protest and clashes are possible if demonstrators fail to heed orders to disperse.