Workers at Seplat Energy, Nigeria’s independent oil and gas producer, have commenced an indefinite strike.
Jerry Amah, the general secretary of Petroleum and Natural
Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), told TheCable that the
Seplat workers’ arm of the association commenced the strike on Friday.
According to a Reuters report on Friday, the action taken by
members of the PENGASSAN follows a breakdown in talks over a 2026 collective
bargaining agreement and staff welfare
issues.
The group said the action was “until further notice,”
according to Reuters, quoting two letters.
PENGASSAN said its members would suspend most operations, including production
reporting and export activities, while
maintaining only crucial safety and power functions.
According to the report, the strike notice covers onshore and
offshore assets, joint‑venture operations, and offices
nationwide from Friday.
Reuters said other less skilled workers are covered by a
second union that is not on strike.
The report noted that the move could reduce output as global
oil prices increase pressure on the country to optimise supply.
Seplat Energy did not immediately respond to a request for
comment.
In 2025, PENGASSAN and Dangote refinery were embroiled in a
labour dispute, which led to a strike that temporarily paralysed the downstream
sector.
The strike was suspended on October 1, 2025.
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