The Magistrates had staged a three-day warning strike from November 27 to 29, in the bid to draw the attention of the state government to their plight.
Before the warning strike, the Magistrates Union had written to Governor Bassey Otu on November 11, detailing an eight-point grievance with the government.
In its Bulletin Number 2, dated December 8, 2024, the state branch of the Magistrates Association of Nigeria (MAN), urged members to stay away from official duties indefinitely.
The bulletin was signed by the chapter Chairman, Emmanuel Onah, and the state Secretary, Solomon Abuo.
The bulletin urged members to stay away from official duties until government meets their demands.
The Magistrates expressed dismay that in spite of giving adequate notice and going on a warning strike, “government of Cross River State has failed to address our demands as contained in our communique dated 5th November 2024, or even taking any steps to negotiate with us.”