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MTN Nigeria says it has not received communications from the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association (PTECSSAN) concerning the intended strike.
The telecoms union had threatened to go on strike claiming that MTN refused the request of its workers despite the government’s intervention.
The union, however, issued a 14-day ultimatum starting February 10 for the telco giant to address welfare issues.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Uto Ukpanah, MTN’s secretary, said since there is no official communications, the company would not comment on the issue.
“MTN Nigeria remains committed to continued engagement with PTECSSAN and its representatives via established channels. If there are any concerns, we are sure that they will be brought to our attention and dealt with in a mutually beneficial manner,” the statement reads.
Esther Akinnukawe, chief human resources officer, MTN Nigeria, said the welfare of its workers is of utmost priority and would do everything in the company’s power to sustain such.
“Over the past two decades, MTN Nigeria has built a people-first culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and hard work. The Company is dedicated to empowering employees and instilling in them a responsibility for our customers and communities. This is what defines and unites us, all MTNERs are at liberty to exercise their right to free association,” Akinukawe said.
