This
course explores the evolving landscape of labour laws in Nigeria and their
implications for trade union operations and industrial relations. Participants
will examine key reforms introduced in recent years, their alignment with
international labour standards, and the shifting legal framework governing
union rights, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution. Through case
studies and legal analysis, the course provides practical insights into how
unions can adapt strategically to protect workers’ rights and enhance
organizational influence within a changing regulatory environment.
By
the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the historical and legal context
of labour law reforms in Nigeria.
2. Analyze the impact of recent legislative
changes on union formation, recognition, and activities.
3. Evaluate the implications of reforms on
collective bargaining and industrial actions.
4. Identify strategic responses and advocacy
approaches for unions in light of legal constraints.
5. Examine the role of government, employers,
and international conventions in shaping labour relations.
1. Introduction to Labour Law and Unionism in
Nigeria
o
Historical
development
o
Legal
basis for trade unions
o
Constitutional
and ILO provisions
2. Overview of Recent Labour Law Reforms
o
Key
amendments to the Labour Act
o
State-level
labour legislation and trends
o
Deregulation
and privatization impacts
3. Impacts on Union Structure and Functionality
o
Union
registration and recognition
o
Restrictions
on strikes and protests
o
Financial
autonomy and check-off dues
4. Collective Bargaining and Dispute Resolution
Mechanisms
o
Legal
framework for collective agreements
o
Role of
industrial courts and arbitration
o
Case
studies of recent disputes and outcomes
5. Strategic Union Responses and Future Outlook
o
Advocacy
and legal challenges
o
Collaboration
with civil society and global bodies
o
Preparing
for future legislative changes
This
course is designed for:
·
Union
leaders and members
·
Human
resource and industrial relations professionals
·
Legal
practitioners and compliance officers
·
Labour
ministry officials and policy makers
Academics and researchers in labour relations
- I would recommend the conference to others. It is also good for people in the management position
- It has given me a wider knowledge of Labour/Trade union Act.
- The strength of the course was very practical and tailored to suit industry needs
- The course has met my expectations in all ramifications.
- The course has been and is still helpful in bridging the gap between management and staff union and therefore fostering harmonious working relations
- The course was very exciting, refreshing and educative, many thanks for the high quality of resource persons and participants. More grease to your elbows. Please keep it up
- The conference was interactive and informative
- The conference will help in discrete foresighted unionism
The conference has enlighten me on Labour Acts and other relevant areas of Unionism
- The conference has really help to create better industrial harmony and relevance in our workplace
- I will recommend this conference, very essential
- The facilitator were apt and knowledgeable
- The course was adequate and relevant
- The strength of this program is on audience participation and relation of knowledge to experience
- The conference has improve my advocacy as a Labour leader
- I appreciate the in-depth knowledge and experience of the facilitators
- By making me to be aware and have in-depth knowledge of union laws/regulations and expectation. It also create the quest to study the law and use it to bargain with employers
- The conference enhanced and expanded my knowledge in union activities and also help me to achieve peace and harmony in the organization
- Utilizing the theoretical and practical gains in daily union activities
- The training should be made available state by state.
- The conference has met my expectation in the areas of providing solutions without infringement on the right of workers
- The conference met my expectation in all ramifications.
- The conference has educated me in knowing Labour laws and ways of resolving industrial disputes which will be applied by me in negotiation of Labour disputes in my workplace.
- The course is highly recommended. I will recommend it to the union leaders and employers in order to sponsor Labour leaders and organization managers.
- The conference has given me better skills, stability and emotional balance in terms of unionist being able to assert himself in negotiation
- On how to better approach my management with a better skill and mind set
- This conference has increase my knowledge and experience in teaching process
- I will recommend this Conference to other staff
- I am now better equipped as a unionist
- The conference was very educative and has actually given me the opportunity to know more about my responsibilities as a labour Leader.
It was very fruitful and the resource persons are excellent and the method of presentation is good
I have updated myself on the relevant labour laws and I now have more
interest in ensuring industrial harmony
I will say that the conference was rich in content
The conference opened my eyes in treating my fellow workers with respect
and to fight for our rights when the
need arises through collective bargain
I just realized from this conference that unionism is not child’s play
The conference has
taught me what it takes to be in union. It has really exposed me to see that I
have not fared well as executive member. I have learnt a lot
I am impressed at the course contents, which are rich and covers the
basic tenets of unionism
The conference gave me the opportunity to be a better union leader
The lecture (content) was quite educative
I acquired additional knowledge on bargaining skills and grievance procedures
The procedure of grievance handling
is well tackled
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