The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have issued a 14-day strike notice to the federal government, accusing it of failing to implement agreements made after the removal of fuel subsidies in October 2023.
“Despite our efforts to maintain peace, the government seems unbothered by the suffering caused by the fuel price hike,” said NLC president Ayuba Wabba. “The October agreement aimed to address the hardship brought on by the IMF/World Bank-backed policies, but the government has not held up its end of the bargain.”
The unions argue that the government’s failure to implement the agreement, including a N35,000 minimum wage increase for civil servants, has caused “massive hardship” for Nigerians.
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“We are forced to take this action because the government continues to neglect the welfare of citizens and workers,” said TUC president Quadri Olaleye. “We demand the government honor its commitments within 14 days, starting tomorrow, to avoid a nationwide strike.”
The strike notice could disrupt essential services across the country, raising concerns for Nigerians already struggling with rising fuel prices and economic challenges.
