The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) reiterated its stance that the planned nationwide strike will proceed unless the federal government fulfills its agreement with the labor union.
Dismissing the government’s claims of fulfilling 80% of the October 2, 2023, agreement, the NLC urged transparency and swift action to address the ongoing hardship faced by citizens.
The letter, dated February 29, 2024, and addressed to the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, emphasized the need for tangible progress in implementing the agreement by the March 13, 2024, deadline to avoid an impending industrial crisis.
The letter, titled “Has the government truly implemented the October 2, 2023, agreement,” outlined various concerns regarding the agreement’s implementation.
It highlighted discrepancies, including delays in wage payments, unfulfilled promises regarding refinery production, and the failure to deliver cash transfers to impoverished households as pledged.
The NLC urged the government to prioritize the welfare of workers and alleviate financial burdens by fulfilling its commitments, including tax waivers and wage awards.
Failure to do so, the NLC warned, would exacerbate restiveness among citizens and undermine trust between the government and the Nigerian people.