Trade union amendment act 2005 laws of the federation of. Interpretation part ii appointment of registrar and other officers 3. Trade union act news latest breaking stories and top. Registration of trade combinations as trade unions. Nigeria include the trade union ordinance 1938, trade disputes arbitartion and inquiry act, 1941, the wage board act 1958, trade union act 1969, trade union act 1973, labour policy 1975, trade dispute act 1976 including decree no. Trade union act 2016 2016 chapter 15 an act to make provision about industrial action, trade unions, employers associations and the functions of the certification officer. The core foundation of collective bargaining legislation in south africa was the industrial. The preamble of the trade union act says it is an act to provide for the registration of trade union and in certain respects of define the law relating to registered trade unions the act lays down a detailed procedure for the registration and working of the trade unions. However, the act did not adequately address issues with regard to freedom of association, the right to collective bargaining, the right to strike, and anti union policies.
The central trade union in the country was the nigerian labour congress nlc, which was formed in 1975 as the umbrella trade union and recognized by decree number 44 of 1976 as the sole representative of all trade unions in the country see labor unions, ch. But the first recorded trade union was the nigeria civil service union ncsu which was inaugurated on august 19, 1912 at a meeting attended by 33 employees. The nigeria union of teachers, nut, was founded in july 1931 by the amalgamation of the first two teachers associations in nigeria, namely, lagos union of teachers, lut, formed in 1925 with its. The trade unions act, as amended in this act reformed to as the principal act is further amended as set out in this act. Union activists from trade union activities and enacted the trade unions disqualification of certain persons act 15. As a result, the labour market was characterized by a strong racial division of labour that would persist for decades to come. The nic was reestablished by section 1 of the nic act. The essence of registration of trade union in nigeria. Oluwakemi owoyemitrade unions and trade unionism in. Peace obiajulu, received the certificate of registration. To download the full document click on download button. An international perspective abstract the right to strike is an integral part of the right of workers to associate with other persons to form or join trade unions for the advancement or protection of their interests.
However, in 1978, the same government disbanded the workers union and a new nl with 42 industrial unions was allowed to function. Some notable contributions to democracy in nigeria were against military rule, especially during the agitation for free and fair elections in june 1993 and also in the fights against. The essence of registration of trade union in nigeria bartleby. Inset after section 123 of the principal act a new subsection 4. Laws of the federation of nigeria petroleum act 1990. Any organization which fits the definition is required by the act to apply for registration as a union within 1 month of its establishment. List of trade unions and professional bodies in nigeria. Trade unions and employers organisations registration, recognition and status act chapter 304 revised edition 2000 showing the law as at 31st december, 2000 this is a revised edition of the law, prepared by the law revision commissioner under the authority of the law revision act, chapter 3 of the laws of belize, revised edition 1980 1990. The trade union congress of nigeria tuc gives fraternal salute to all nigerians on this special day, the 55th anniversary of our independence from colonial rule. Pages in category trade unions in nigeria the following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total.
Offences in connection with the distribution of petroleum products 6. Finally, although an employer cannot prohibit employees from joining trade unions, provided that a trade union is registered pursuant to the trade. Banking, oil and gas and telecommunication sectors prof. This paper takes a look at the effect of recession on trade unions in nigeria and its implications for trade union practice and management in terms of the following variables. The duties of the registrar of trade unions in matters of registration of trade union are laid down under section 8 of the act. Feb 17, 2017 in line with the general law and by the provisions of section 71 d of the trade union act, where the principal purpose for which a trade union is being carried on has ceased to be that of regulating the terms and conditions of the employment of worker, the registrar of trade unions is empowered to cancel the registration of such a union. Any other workers trade union registered under this act and publish 1 from time to time in the federal gazette third schedule part b the jurisdictional scope of each of the restructured trade unions no. In nigeria the principal legislation regulating trade unionism which is the trade union act the act requires that a trade union must be registered before it can carry out any of the purposes for which it was established. Labour unions typically fund the formal organization, head office. Trade union services and benefits in africa edited by. This definition gees the nigerian union 0 oiety of to the government registrar of trade unions for registration trade union under the trade ordinance of on 19th 1941 a decade after her fomation. Challenges facing trade unions in nigeria information guide.
The article further argues that a denial or limitation by law and the public. Trade union congress rivers state council promote a cordial workatmosphere engaging her affiliates in a series of human capacity building and training. The trade unions act, as amended in this act reformed to as the principal. Discriminate against a worker on the grounds that he is a member of a union. Cole, a trade union means an association of workers in one or more occupations. Trade unions in nigeria are principally concerned with workplace gender discrimination, the prevalence of child.
Exclusion of courts 1 subject to the provisions of subsection 3 of section 21 of this act, no person shall commence an action, the subject matter of a trade dispute or any inter or intra union. Put a condition in a contract of employment preventing an employee joining a trade union. Furthermore, the authors address the question of what can be done to ensure the protection of workers rights in. Trade union congress of nigeria tuc was registered as a labour centre on 8th of august, 2005 when the then president of tuc, comrade dr. An appraisal of the trade union amendment acts of 2005 in. Oluwakemi owoyemitrade unions and trade unionism in nigeria. Rather, the act is aimed at curbing the right to strike and weakening the nigerian labor congress. Challenges facing trade unions in nigeria information. In contrast, the british trade union type was characterised by the splitting into craft, industrial and general trade unions, inhouse trade unions and staff associations. Rather, the act is aimed at curbing the right to strike. Management of trade unions in nigeria under a recessionary. This period may be extended at the discretion of the registrar of trade union but it must not exceed 6 months. However, the act did not adequately address issues with regard to freedom of association, the right to collective bargaining, the right to strike, and antiunion policies.
The role of the various nigerian governments in the. The act established the national industrial ourt ni as the apex labour court for the resolution of trade disputes in nigeria. Trade unions act, 1959 an act relating to trade unions. Enacted by the national assembly of the federal republic of nigeria. The article further argues that a denial or limitation by law and the public authorities. Part iii establishes and regulates a central labour organisation, which has the function of educating and informing trade unions, representing their collective interests to the government, and, if. They come into existence at the will of the law, and they endure during its pleasure 1 introduction. Section 1 of sub section 1 trade union act no 31 of 1973 defines trade union as any combination of workers or employers whether. The research methodology here is doctrinal methodology, which involves. And for related matters enacted by the national assembly of the federal republic of nigeria. Challenges to the rule of aw in africa 11 opening session this session focused on outlining to participants the broad purpose of the workshop, the journey taken thus far and the hope for the workshop and the future established by the key partners in the process. However, the legal definition as we shall see shortly is not as expansive as that. Section 3 of the trade union act, 1926 empowers the appropriate government to appoint a.
Read all the latest news, breaking stories, top headlines, opinion, pictures and videos about trade union act from nigeria and the world on today. Particular focus is on the national and international provisions that define workers rights and the extent to which they are complied with and enforced. Trade unions in nigeria have played significant roles in the fight for democracy. The nigeria trade dispute act is an act to make provisions for the settlement of trade disputes and other matters ancillary thereto. The nigerian trade union act of 1973 defines it as any combination of workers or employee whether temporary or permanent, the purpose of which is to. This development clearly carved out a different union or association for nigerian senior staff. In order that the union may fight for its legislatimate rights fearlessly. Trade unions act, 1998 arrangement of sections part i preliminary provisions section title 1. The trade union congress of nigeria tuc considers the aspect of the recently signed finance bill by the federal government that hikes the value added tax vat from 5. Trade union is an association formed to regulate the terms and conditions of employment of workers. Trade union act 1965 not, whether in the case of all or any of those workers the stoppage is or is not in breach of their terms and conditions of employment, and whether it is carried out during, or on the termination of their employment.
Before 1938 when trade union ordinance ushered in formal trade union activities, what looked like trade unions were in nigeria in form of trade associations, craft and professional trade association called african guilds and craft association. The legal implication of nonregistration of a trade union lesotho law journal 2000 vol. Trade unions in an emerging economy the case of south africa. The article further argues that a denial or limitation by law and the public autho rities. Britain outlawed slavery in 1807 and pushed for forms of legitimate commerce such as palm oil and cotton, and in so doing developed an internal infrastructure to. On having being satisfied with the requirements for the registration of the union, the registrar shall register the trade union by entering in a register. Petroleum act chapter p10 chapter 350 lfn 1990 laws of the federation of nigeria arrangement of sections 1. The 1st of october each year remains epochal in the annals of our country because it reminds us of our heritage, the vision and struggles of our heroes past, our present. A and 17 payment of contributions, 30 strikes and lockouts, 34 registration of a federation of trade unions and 42. With the enactment of the national industrial court act in 2006, part ii of the trade disputes act was repealed. Nigerias 10 most powerful trade unions premium times nigeria.
In addition, union leaders should be properly trained and educated to know the basic labour and industrial laws of the country in order to plan. Human and trade union rights in nigeria industriall. Britain outlawed slavery in 1807 and pushed for forms of legitimate commerce such as palm oil and cotton, and in so doing developed an internal infrastructure to facilitate these markets. We need a trade union movement that stands unwavering in the face of current systematic assaults on. The letter to this effect will be issued to the trade union. Oil exploration licences, oil prospecting licences and oil mining leases 3. Some notable contributions to democracy in nigeria were against military rule, especially during the agitation for free and fair elections in june 1993 and also in the fights against corruption. Any combination whether temporary or permanent formed primarily for the purpose of regulating the relations between the workmen and employers. This act may be cited as the trade unions act 1959. Trade union amendment act 2005 international centre for nigerian law, nigeria pdf of act doc.