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Ajaero Asserts: NLC Cannot Be Forced to Collaborate with Other Unions

Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero emphasized that the NLC cannot be forced to collaborate with other organizations in the fight for workers’ welfare. Ajaero stated that the decision to organize a two-day protest against the escalating cost of living was made by the NLC’s highest body, its National Executive Council (NEC). He explained […]

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Bauchi Deputy Gov Receives Organized Labour Union On Peaceful Nation-Wide Protest

From Abdullahi Idris, Bauchi :Assures of Governor Bala’s readiness to alleviate citizens’ plight The Bauchi State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Mohammed Auwal Jatau on Tuesday declared that the administration of Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed is steadfast in its commitment to alleviating the plight and suffering of its people. Speaking while receiving the state NLC chairman […]

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UPDATE: NLC Suspends Protest, Issues Fresh 14-Day Ultimatum to FG

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has decided to suspend its planned protest scheduled for Wednesday, citing significant progress made during the first day of the protest. In a joint statement by President Joe Ajaero and Acting General Secretary Ismail Bello, the NLC announced that while street actions are paused for the day, nationwide activities will […]

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Lagos Police Shares Bottled Water, Biscuits To Protesting NLC Members

In an unexpected turn of events, the Lagos Police Command garnered attention as officers distributed bottled water and biscuits to protesting members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Lagos on Tuesday morning. This gesture, amid ongoing nationwide strikes, added a unique dimension to the dialogue between law enforcement and demonstrators. The genesis of the […]

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Economic Hardship Sparks Zamfara Workers Join Nationwide Protests

Amidst the ongoing economic challenges triggered by the removal of fuel subsidies, the Zamfara State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress has mobilized for protests. Taking to the streets, demonstrators marched to the office of Barrister Ahmed Liman, the State’s Head of Service, on Tuesday. Zamfara stands out as the state most crucial for participating […]

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Nationwide Protest: Sokoto NLC Urges Gov Aliyu to Fulfill Promises

Comrade Abdullahi Jungle, Chairman of the Sokoto State chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress, has urged the government to promptly implement wage awards for state civil servants. Speaking to reporters following the national protest organized by the union’s national secretariat, Jungle also called for the distribution of palliatives. The rally, beginning at the union’s state […]

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UPDATE: NLC in Anambra Joins Protest Over Economic Hardship

Anambra State witnesses a surge of discontent as members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) voice their grievances regarding the nation’s economic challenges. Led by chairman Humphrey Nwafor, NLC members congregate at Awka, the state capital, to protest the prevailing economic difficulties. On Tuesday, demonstrators amassed at the Aroma Roundabout before marching towards the Government […]

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(PHOTOS) Massive Turnout in Kano as NLC Holds Nationwide Protest

Kano state witnessed an overwhelming turnout as the Nigerian Labor Union (NLC) organized a nationwide protest, rallying against the economic crisis stemming from government policies. In a striking display of solidarity, workers gathered en masse to voice their discontent over the soaring cost of living. The images captured during the protest vividly portray the determination […]

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UPDATE: Kaduna NLC Members Rally Against Economic Hardships

In a show of discontent, civil servants flooded the streets of Kaduna to express their frustration over the ongoing economic struggles plaguing the nation. With placards held high and voices united, the workers voiced their grievances, emphasizing their determination to speak out despite government warnings. Their frustration stems from what they perceive as the government’s […]

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Economic Hardship Spurs Civil Servants to Join Nationwide Protest in Ondo

In response to the prevailing economic challenges gripping the nation, a multitude of civil servants flooded the streets of Akure, the capital of Ondo State, on Tuesday, heeding the call for action by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The demonstrators, numbering in the hundreds, embarked on a peaceful protest sanctioned by the national leadership of […]