The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has decided to suspend its nationwide protest and extend the ultimatum given to the federal government to March 13. The protest was declared over unmet demands by the government and prevailing hardship in the country.
In a communique issued at the end of its National Executive Council meeting, the NLC stated that the objectives of the protest were achieved on the first day, leading to the decision to suspend street action for the second day.
The country is facing challenges such as rising inflation, food inflation, forex crisis, economic hardship, and high cost of living, partly due to the removal of petrol subsidy, which has sparked protests in various parts of Nigeria.
Despite last-minute talks between the Presidency and labour leaders on Monday night, the NLC insisted on going ahead with the protest. The protest successfully disrupted economic activities across the country on Tuesday.
Labour leader Joe Ajaero emphasized that the protest was about hunger and not just a call for a review of the minimum wage. He highlighted the need for action to address hunger and implement the minimum wage to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians.
While the nationwide protest has been suspended, nationwide action will continue with simultaneous press conferences across all states by the state councils of the NLC. The ultimatum to the government has been extended by another 7 days, now expiring on March 13, 2024, during which the government is expected to implement all earlier agreements and other demands presented by the NLC.
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