Law officers in the Kwara State Ministry of Justice have commenced an indefinite strike over the alleged failure of the state government to pay outstanding statutory allowances and implement long-promised salary harmonisation with magistrates in the state’s judiciary.
The industrial action, which took effect on Monday, was announced by the Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), Kwara State Chapter, after the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration.
In a notice signed by the association’s Acting Chairman, Kehinde Ayorinde, members were directed to withdraw their services immediately until the government addresses their demands.
“Please, take notice that LOAN, Kwara State Chapter, commences her indefinite strike action today, July 27, 2026, until the government responds to her demands,” the notice read.
“Members would therefore suspend all official duties till further notice.”
The association accused the Kwara State Government of failing to settle the outstanding balance of its members’ 2020 furniture allowance, pay robe allowances for 2024, 2025 and 2026, and implement the approved harmonisation of salaries, allowances and conditions of service for state counsel with those of magistrates.
The law officers said the issues have remained unresolved despite repeated engagements with the governor and the Office of the Head of Service.
According to the association, government officials had given assurances following a three-day warning strike in October 2025, but the promises have yet to be fulfilled.
LOAN maintained that its members perform critical functions in the administration of justice, including prosecuting criminal cases, offering legal advice to government ministries and agencies, drafting legislation, and recovering public funds through the prosecution of tax defaulters.
The association warned that the indefinite strike would continue until the state government addresses the welfare concerns raised by its members.
