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NLC Demands Immediate Reversal of Petrol Price Hike

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an “immediate reversal” of the recent increase in petrol prices across the country. On Tuesday, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) raised the pump price of petrol from ₦568 to between ₦855 and ₦897 per litre, depending on the location. In response, the NLC took to […]

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BREAKING: NLC Condemns Tinubu’s Fuel Price Hike, Calls it Betrayal of Trust

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused President Bola Tinubu of betrayal following a recent substantial hike in fuel prices. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its President, Joe Ajaero, the Labour Centre expressed its deep disappointment and outrage over the covert increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), describing it […]

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Struggle for Survival: NLC President Deplores Nigerians Resorting to Scavenging

In the midst of mounting economic challenges in Nigeria, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, expressed distress over the dire situation, highlighting that Nigerians are now compelled to scavenge for survival. Ajaero made these remarks during the 11th quadrennial delegates conference of the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria held on Friday […]

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Subsidy Woes: Nigerian Workers Suffering, Labour Leaders Express Concern

Labour leaders expressed concern on Monday about the hardships faced by Nigerian workers amid current economic challenges stemming from fuel subsidy removal and inflation. They highlighted a sharp rise in transportation costs and astronomical increases in food prices. Despite acknowledging the Federal Government’s efforts to mitigate the impact of subsidy removal, the leaders emphasized the […]

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Fed Govt Vows To Avert Labor Strike, Announces Tinubu’s Plans

The Federal Government stands firm in its commitment to preventing a nationwide labor strike, despite prior declarations by labor unions. Recent reports have revealed that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have reached a consensus to initiate a nationwide strike due to the Federal Government’s failure to meet their demands. […]

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BREAKING: NLC, TUC Declare Indefinite Strike Starting October 3rd

Leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have jointly announced an indefinite strike set to begin on Tuesday, October 3rd. This announcement came during a joint press briefing held in Abuja, the nation’s capital, earlier today. In addition to the strike, the unions have called on their […]

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JUST IN: NLC Declares Indefinite Strike As FG Fails To Meet Demands

In a significant development, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared an indefinite nationwide strike in response to the government’s refusal to address its demands. The official announcement of the strike was made on Friday by Benson Upah, the Director of Information and Public Affairs for the NLC. The union, which had initiated a two-day […]

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JUST IN: NLC Concludes Warning Strike, Instructs Members To Return To Work

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has successfully concluded its two-day warning strike and has directed its members to return to work on Thursday, September 7th. During the two-day warning strike, the congress applauded its affiliate unions for their unwavering commitment to defending the rights of Nigerian workers and citizens. The NLC commended all affiliate unions […]

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FG Sets 2Week Deadline For Wage Allocation Following TUC Meeting

In response to the Trade Union Congress’s request to alleviate the hardships faced by public sector workers due to subsidy removal, the Federal Government has established a two-week timeframe for addressing wage allocation, tax exemptions, and allowances. Additionally, the government has committed to defining the procedures for accessing the recently announced intervention fund aimed at […]

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BREAKING: NLC Boycotts FG’s Meeting Regarding Warning Strike

In a significant development, the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has chosen to abstain from the scheduled meeting initiated by Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong. This meeting aimed to prevent the impending two-day warning strike declared by organized labor. Our correspondent, who is presently on the scene, reports that only the […]