NG Industrial Court Nullifies PENGASSAN Chevron Election

• The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has nullified the September 16, 2025 election conducted by PENGASSAN.
• A fresh poll is to be held under the supervision of the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
• The court's decision may lead to disruptions in business operations for Chevron and other stakeholders in the Nigerian oil industry.
• Compliance with labour laws and regulations may be affected by the court's ruling.

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Lagos Division, has nullified the September 16, 2025 elections conducted by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN)

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Lagos Division, has made a significant ruling in the labour dispute between PENGASSAN and Chevron. On September 16, 2025, PENGASSAN conducted an election, but the court has now nullified this result. The court's decision is a major development in the ongoing labour dispute between the two parties.

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has jurisdiction over industrial disputes in the country, including those involving PENGASSAN and Chevron. The court's decision to nullify the election is likely based on its powers under the Trade Disputes Act 2004, which governs labour disputes in Nigeria. The Ministry of Labour and Employment may also be involved in supervising any fresh poll ordered by the court.

The nullification of PENGASSAN's election has significant implications for Chevron and other stakeholders in the Nigerian oil industry. Lawyers advising clients with interests in this sector should be aware that the court's ruling may lead to disruptions in business operations, particularly if compliance with labour laws and regulations is affected. The outcome of any fresh poll ordered by the court will also have a major impact on the leadership of PENGASSAN and its relationships with Chevron and other industry players.

Lawyers advising clients with interests in the Nigerian oil industry should watch for potential disruptions to business operations following this court ruling, which may impact compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Source: Original reporting via Chinedu Eze