The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has strongly condemned the recent termination of over fifty (50) staff members of Ikeja Electric Plc, describing the action as unacceptable, insensitive, and unjustifiable.
In a protest letter addressed to the Managing Director/CEO of Ikeja Electric, the union rejected the mass sack, which the company claimed was based on “non-performance.” NUEE stated that the terminations were carried out despite glaring systemic challenges that hinder staff productivity.
According to the union, the management has failed to provide adequate working tools and materials, leaving staff demoralized and stagnant. The union also highlighted the absence of promotions, lack of salary increments, and unrealistic performance targets set without labour’s input.
“The so-called appraisal ratings are inconsistent, biased, and cannot form the basis for termination of staff under such precarious working conditions,” the union stressed.
NUEE further rejected any planned wage review not aligned with agreements reached between Labour and Management through the Consequential Adjustment Committee.
The letter recalled that these issues had been raised during earlier consultative meetings, which management has yet to address, despite a subsisting ultimatum issued by the union.
Consequently, NUEE demanded:
Immediate withdrawal of the termination letters issued to the affected staff.
An urgent meeting with labour to holistically resolve all outstanding labour issues within seven (7) days of receipt of the letter.
The union warned that Ikeja Electric’s management would be held responsible for any industrial action or disruption that may arise from its actions.
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