Three-day public-sector warning strike in Nigeria runs Oct 2–4, 2026

On October 2, 2026 public-sector unions under the JNPSNC began a three-day warning strike (Oct 2–4) to press demands including a petrol price cut to N500/litre, a wage award and talks on a new national minimum wage, with nationwide participation urged across federal, state and local services.

If disruption to fuel distribution or public services persists during Oct. 2–4, short-dated sovereign refinancing premia could rise and FX demand may tick up as corporations and households seek import cover. Fuel-dependent corporates could face higher operational stress and credit spreads may widen; impact depends on strike breadth, duration and any government response.

Monitor government response and any escalation or extension of industrial action by Oct 4, 2026.