The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and its affiliated unions have started their planned protests nationwide today to express their concerns about the rising cost of living, high inflation rates, and the ongoing insecurity and hardships in the country.
Reports from the Labour House headquarters in Abuja show a large turnout of union workers and concerned citizens since early morning, with the presence of Department of State Services operatives at the scene.
This mobilization comes after the issuance of a 14-day strike notice to the Federal Government on February 8, in response to unmet agreements from discussions held in October 2023 regarding the removal of fuel subsidies.
The ultimatum given by the Labour group to push for government action has led to a two-day nationwide protest scheduled for February 27 and 28, as the promises made by the Federal Government have not been fulfilled.
Despite a final attempt at dialogue with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, the decision to go ahead with the protests was made.
A meeting between the NLC and government representatives on the eve of the protest ended without a resolution, prompting the NLC to proceed with the planned demonstrations.
Organized labor’s position mirrors the deep frustrations felt by the Nigerian people due to worsening economic conditions. The removal of fuel subsidies has further fueled this discontent among the population.
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