The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Aviation, has issued a strong plea to aviation unions to end their ongoing strike, which has caused immense disruption to air travel across the country.

In a statement by the Head, Press and Public Relations of the ministry, Odutayo Oluseyi, the ministry said the strike is unnecessary as it will increase the hardship on citizens, affect flight schedules, lead to economic losses and negatively impact global ratings.

Oluseyi, who spoke on behalf of the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, said the grievances expressed did not necessitate an industrial action and the unions should have met with the management of agencies for alternative resolution before going ahead with the strike.