The two labour unions of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) have agreed to cancel strike action and partner with the new management to achieve President Bola Tinubu’s mandate for the rail sector.

NRC managing director Kayode Opeifa said this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos.

Mr Opeifa said the labour leaders passed the resolution after a meeting with management, during which all their grievances were tabled for discussion.

He described the maiden meeting with the workers’ leaders as productive, with mutual understanding of all issues raised.

Mr Opeifa noted that some matters raised by the unions were assigned for further discussion at the directorate level.

He, however, said the issue surrounding the medical personnel allowance had been resolved.

“The unions have reaffirmed their commitment to collaborate with the management and provide all the necessary support to ensure that train services operate at maximum efficiency to boost the growth of the sector.

“Their contribution will as well reduce the prices of goods and services to achieve Mr President’s mandate,” he said.

Mr Opeifa expressed happiness at the outcome of the meeting, adding that with the workforce behind him, he would work to optimise railway operations in the country.

He said the management would remain committed to the welfare of the workers and ensure that their work and living conditions would be adequately catered for under his leadership.

Earlier, the national president of the National Union of Railway Workers (NUR), led by Innocent Ajiji, lauded Mr Opeifa for his frankness.