The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the government's plan to raise electricity tariffs by moving consumers to higher bands. The NLC condemned this decision as economic exploitation, threatening nationwide protests if the plan goes ahead. They argue that it will worsen hardship for already struggling citizens.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed strong opposition to the federal government’s plan to adjust electricity tariffs by moving consumers to higher bands. In a statement following their National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, the NLC described the plan as an unjust economic burden on Nigerians already grappling with high inflation and stagnant wages.
The NLC's General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja, condemned the reclassification of electricity consumers by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), arguing that it was nothing more than a "forced migration" that would harm the lower-income population. The union accused the government of using this policy to impose additional financial strain on the masses under the pretext of improving services. They warned that if the government proceeds with the tariff hikes, they would organize mass protests across the country. The NLC further criticized the government's ongoing fiscal irresponsibility, highlighting the already skyrocketing costs of living and the failure to address Nigeria's power sector challenges. The union’s stance reflects growing dissatisfaction with the economic policies that continue to impact ordinary citizens, especially amidst the persistent energy crisis and rising fuel prices.
