The group said an online poll of its members overwhelmingly backed immediate strike action to address the current hardship and insecurity crisis.
The move, the lawyer submitted, was in violation of the orders of the court.
The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress say they will stage a peaceful solidarity rally on February 3 in support of the Joint Union Action Committee.
NLC and TUC gave the government a 14-day ultimatum, from January 23, to implement the 2021 Technical Committee report on the adjustment of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure.
Mr Onyia said that the committee was initiated in response to various public complaints relating to taxes and state-controlled revenue heads.
Stakeholders involved in labour recruitment have emphasised the need for institutional collaboration to strengthen labour migration governance in Nigeria.
He called for immediate dialogue with the state government to address the outstanding concerns.
The protesters carried placards with inscriptions, ‘Wale Edun release the payment file’ and ‘Please pay our entitlements’ as they sang solidarity songs.
Mr Chinda commended Nigerian workers’ sacrifices and contributions to the development of the country.
The organised labour in Abia has appealed to Governor Alex Otti to ensure the implementation of the new minimum wage of N70,000 for some categories of workers
