Tag: #NLC
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NLC CALLS ON COURTS TO PROTECT WORKERS FROM EXPLOITATION
Workers’ rights are human rights—courts must act! The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the judiciary to shield employees from workplace exploitation, citing rising injustices and power imbalances with employers. NLC President Joe Ajaero made the appeal at the 4th International Labour Adjudication and Arbitration Forum in Abuja. Ajaero stressed that labour justice isn’t charity—it’s…
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STRIKE ENDS IN ABUJA AS LABOUR, WlKE REACH PEACE DEAL
After marathon talks, FCT workers return to work as unions, minister bury the hatchet Organised labour and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike have resolved their standoff, clearing the way for immediate resumption of duty by affected workers in Abuja. The truce followed an all-night conciliation meeting convened by the Senate Committee on the FCT, with talks…
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LABOUR TO THE STREETS: NLC, TUC FIX FEB. 3 SOLIDARITY RALLY
Unions back striking FCDA workers, vow peaceful but firm protest in Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have announced plans for a peaceful solidarity rally on February 3 in Abuja, throwing their full weight behind FCDA workers on strike over unpaid salaries. In a joint statement, NLC’s Benson Upah…
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HEALTH SECTOR SHOWDOWN: TUC, NLC GIVE FG 14 DAYS
Health workers are done waiting. The TUC and NLC have issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Ministry of Health over the long-delayed implementation of the CONHESS salary adjustment, submitted way back in 2021. In a joint statement signed by Nuhu Toro (TUC) and Benson Upah (NLC), the unions said the delay has dragged on…
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NLC PUSHES TO DOUBLE RETIREMENT SAVINGS WITHDRAWAL LIMIT TO 50%
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) is calling for an increase in the Retirement Savings Account (RSA) withdrawal limit from 25% to 50% to help workers meet urgent financial needs like education, healthcare, and agriculture. NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero made the demand during a roundtable with the National Pension Commission (PenCom) in Abuja. Ajaero also…
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NLC REJECTS FG’S “NO WORK, NO PAY” POLICY, STANDS FIRM ON “NO PAY, NO WORK”
The fight is on! Nigeria Labour Congress slams the Federal Government’s “No Work, No Pay” directive on striking university lecturers, insisting workers must be paid to work. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this clear after meeting Abia Governor Alex Otti in Nvosi. He called the government’s policy “unjust and insensitive,” saying it’s illogical to expect…
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ABIA GOVT TAKES ACTION ON UNPAID LABOUR DUES, PLEDGES SUPPORT TO NLC
Abia Governor Alex Otti is stepping up for workers! After a meeting with NLC President Joe Ajaero, the state commits to investigating unpaid check-off dues and supporting labour welfare. During a visit from NLC leaders in Nvosi, Governor Otti directed top officials to look into the non-remittance of the statutory 10% check-off dues to NLC…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS PASSING OF LABOUR ICON COMRADE ABIODUN AREMU
President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to Nigeria’s labour movement and civil society on the death of veteran unionist and rights activist Comrade Abiodun Aremu. The revered advocate, known for decades of championing workers’ rights and social justice, passed away tragically on Sunday in Ota, Ogun State, after a road accident. Through his spokesperson,…
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NLC ORDERS FULL MOBILISATION, PREPS FOR STRIKE AGAINST DANGOTE GROUP
Labour Congress vows decisive action over Dangote Refinery’s “anti-worker crusade” and mass sackings. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has ordered all affiliate unions to mobilise immediately and prepare for industrial action in response to Dangote Refinery’s alleged sack of over 800 workers and rejection of union rights. NLC President Joe Ajaero condemned the refinery for…
