The Federal Ministry of Aviation had in a statement on Monday, appealed to the unions to sheath their sword
as the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission was already carrying out assessments and will soon conclude.
In a statement on Monday, Oluseyi Odutayo, head of press and public relations of the ministry of aviation, said before commencing the strike, the unions should have met with the management of agencies for alternative accommodation to all affected offices.
It describes the strike as unnecessary due to the hardship it has cause on citizens, affected flight schedules, leading to economic losses.
On the consequential adjustment of the minimum wage for staff of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency NiMet had been finalized and would be paid soon.
According to the statement, the ministry warns that, it will view seriously any behaviour by any Union that is likely to lead to a breakdown of law and order at airports.
He assured that the Management of the Ministry of Aviation is open to continuous engagement with the Unions to improve their welfare, stressing that, this can only be done in an atmosphere of peace and mutual respect.
Meanwhile, the Union had not budge as the warning strike entered day two on Tuesday, despite the federal government plea,
Members of the unions again gathered at the local wing of the Lagos airport, in a procession to the International Airport.
At the new international airport terminal, the union leaders took turn to address the workers vowing not to relax until their demands are met
