Kaduna Electric Sacks 900 Workers As Employees Declare Indefinite Strike
Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (Kaduna Electric) has laid off 900 employees, citing the need to adapt to current challenges.
The affected workers have responded by declaring an indefinite strike.
According to sources, the company has only paid 10% of the supposed benefits, leaving many workers feeling shortchanged.
The sacking comes after a Monthly Performance Review meeting chaired by Dr. Umar Abubakar Hashidu, Managing Director and CEO of Kaduna Electric.
In a statement, Kaduna Electric explained that the decision to sack the workers was not taken lightly, but was necessary to adapt to current challenges.
The company claims that the workers’ net benefits will be credited to their accounts, while their pension will be paid into their retirement savings accounts “in due course.”
The statement read, “We refer to your offer of employment and write to inform you that your services will no longer be required by the company, effective January 31, 2025.
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“This decision was not made lightly and reflects our commitment to adapting our operations to meet current challenges.
“Please find below the summary of your benefits and outstanding obligations.
“Details of Benefits/Obligations, 13th Month Pay (2024): Credit N49,448.11.
“9 Months Basic Salary: Credit N445,033.07.
“Total Net Benefit: N494,481.18.”
Meanwhile, the outstanding Liability (Pension) is N1,225,164.63, while the total benefit is N1,719,645.83.
“Kindly note that the sum of N494,481.19 will be credited to your account accordingly. Your accrued pension will be paid to your retirement savings account with your PFA in due course.
“Upon receipt of this letter, you are expected to return all company property including work tools and your staff identification card to the Human Resources Department without delay.
“We appreciate your contributions to Kaduna Electric and wish you success in your future endeavors,” the statement added.
However, the workers are unhappy with the handling of their benefits and have taken to the streets to protest.
The indefinite strike is likely to cause disruptions in electricity distribution in the region.
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