MWUN May Shut Down APMT Over Anti-Labour Practices 

In protest of some anti-labour practices by the management of AP Moller Terminal (APMT, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (WMUN) may shut down its operations any moment from this week.

This indication was given by  MWUN in its seven-day ultimatum to APMT to reverse all the anti -union practices taking place in the organisation.

In the letter of ultimatum signed by MWUN Secretary General, Comrade Felix Akingboye, the union noted that the recent practices in APMT were at variance with labour laws in the country.

The letter also stated that the practices by the terminal operators and shipping line were also inimical to the welfare of workers.

MWUT alleged that APMT contracted out the security of the terminal to Tina South African company effective from March 18, 2021, saying the action contravenes clause 3 of an existing agreement with the union.

The MWUN explained further that the development started last year when APMT refused to replace the staff of the security department that either resigned or retired.

The maritime workers said out-sourcing security of the port which serves as gateway into the country poses danger and would not be condoned especially in view of the insecurity in the land.

“Your employment of foreign expatriates to do that job which our members have been performing creditably is also in contravention of clause 6 of the said agreement with the union.

“Further reports are abound of your mana-gement’s indifference to workers’ welfare.

“Arising from the above, I have been directed to issue your management a 7-day notice effective from the date of this letter within which to reverse all anti-workers activities being embarked upon by your management,” the letter read.

By: Chinedu Wosu