NLC strike update

NLC Strike Showdown: Nigerian Govt vs Labour Unions

Get the latest on the face-off between Nigerian government and Labour Unions over the proposed minimum wage. Will the strike be called off? Find out now!

The tension between the Nigerian government and Labour Unions escalates as a showdown looms over the proposed minimum wage. The Federal Government issues warnings to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to halt their plans for a nationwide strike. Despite this, NLC and TUC stand firm, insisting on proceeding with the indefinite strike. The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has also thrown its support behind the Labour Unions, urging the government to accept their demands.

In a strategic move, the National Assembly steps in to prevent the planned indefinite strike by engaging with Organised Labour. However, NLC and TUC remain resolute in their decision to push forward with the strike. The Attorney General of the Federation highlights the legal implications of the strike, cautioning the unions against premature actions.

Interestingly, Sections 41(1) and 42(1) of the Trade Disputes Act 2004 (As amended) play a crucial role in the ongoing dispute between the government and Labour Unions. Despite the warnings and interventions, NLC and TUC show no signs of backing down as the nation braces for a potential industrial action.