Four aviation unions namely: Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria; National Union of Air Transport Employees; Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals and National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers have issued 14-day ultimatum to the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) to conclude review of the Condition of Service or face industrial action.
In a statement jointly signed by the unions representatives, the union accused the College of ‘paying lip service to improving the conditions of employment of members, as evidenced by its latest action or inaction’, adding that they can no longer condone the management’s attitude.
“We have noted with grave concern and indignation Management’s continued act of indecision and unseriousness regarding matters bordering on staff well-being and the promotion of industrial harmony within the College.
” It is on record that, notwithstanding Management’s flagrant disregard and discourteous disposition to Principal Officers of our Union and indeed our branch officers, we have remained steadfast and focused towards the growth of the College, given its status as the centre of aviation powerhouse and in consonance with our avowed objective of supporting Management as partners in progress.
” Therefore, take notice that, since the College has chosen to remain the only Agency within the Sector that has refused to conclude its Conditions of Service till this time, if the Management fails to conclude this review of Conditions of Service within fourteen (14) days from now, our unions shall have no alternative than to direct our members to withdraw their services forthwith. Enough is enough! We remain committed to assisting the College in achieving its goals.
Industrial action could paralyse training activities at the college if the management fails to accede to the demands of the workers.
