Total blackout, airport shutdown loom as Kaduna workers begin strike Workers in the electricity, aviation and other strategic sectors have vowed to shut down the economy of Kaduna State. ADVERTISEMENT The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state had earlier announced its plan to embark on a strike to protest against mass disengagement of workers and other alleged anti-labour moves by the state government. “In line with NLC directives on shut down of activities in Kaduna, you are hereby directed to ensure TOTAL BLACK OUT in Kaduna by 00 hours on Saturday 15th May, 2021,” the General Secretary of NUEE, Joe Ajaero, said in a circular obtained by PREMIUM TIMES.