The Federal Government has requested that labor unions retract their 14-day ultimatum for a potential strike.
The appeal was made during a meeting between the government and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC).
Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, assured the labor leaders that steps were being taken to speed up the implementation of a 16-point agreement reached on October 2, 2023.
She emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring regular wage payments in the future.
Michael Oluwagbemi, the Programme Director and Chief Executive of the Presidential CNG Initiative, has confirmed that 70% of the payment has been made for the procurement of new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and kits.
Oluwagbemi also mentioned that some buses are ready for deployment, while plans are in place to start local assembly for others, including tricycles, between March and April 2024.
Despite the government’s assurances, Joe Ajaero, the President of the NLC, and Tommy Okon, the Deputy President of the TUC, are still holding firm on their 14-day ultimatum.
They emphasize the importance of promptly implementing the agreed-upon terms for the benefit of the Nigerian people.
