Bukola Afeni
The Association for Haji and umrah operators of Nigeria (AHUON) has
called on the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress and trade Union Congress to kindly re- consider their stand on the timing of the strike action in the interest of Nigeria Muslim who form majority of their membership .
The National President of AHUON Abdulateef Ekundayo Yusuf said
the strike should be after the Haji to avert huge financial loss that will be borne by average Nigeria.
“We understands the position of the Nigeria Labour Congress(NLC) and Trade Union Congress(TUC)to press for a better working condition for the Nigerian workers we as well feel the pains of all Nigerians at this trying period.
” We strongly feel the declaration and commencement of the nationwide strike action is ill-timed and unfavourable for Nigeria Muslim community”, he said.
The group called the attention of the Labour Congress to the impact of the strike on one of the most fundamental pillars of Islam which is Haji which is followed by Eid Kabir festival nationwide.
“We want you to consider the financial implication the strike will have on Muslim who have saved for years to be able to embark on this holy journey. Additionally, the financial loss to our members will run into Billions of naira having completed all necessary arrangements of accommodation, transportation, feeding in both Mecca and Medinah, including issued tickets and visas for thousands of people(of which payment are non- refundable) who will be affected by disruption of both local and international flights operations”, he said.
