The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have given a stern warning to the Federal Government with a 14-day nationwide strike notice.
Their discontent stems from the failure of the Federal Government to implement the 16-point agreement reached between organized labor (NLC and TUC) and the government on October 2, 2023.
Leaders of both organizations expressed dismay over the government’s indifference towards the widespread suffering and hardship endured by citizens despite efforts to maintain industrial peace.
The agreement made in October aimed to address the severe socio-economic ramifications of the sharp increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and the devaluation of the naira, both induced by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank. These policies, according to NLC and TUC, have inflicted dire economic consequences on the masses and workers of Nigeria.
In a joint statement, NLC and TUC lamented the necessity of resorting to such measures but emphasized that the persistent neglect of citizens’ welfare and the resultant hardships have left them with no alternative.
Effective from tomorrow, February 9th, the two labor organizations have set forth a strict ultimatum, demanding that the Federal Government honor its commitments within 14 days.
The ultimatum underscores the urgency of the situation and the imperative of safeguarding the rights and dignity of Nigerian workers and citizens, as highlighted by NLC and TUC.