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  1. National Assembly Grinds to a Halt as Workers Join Nationwide Strike Protests

    Nigeria National Assembly Grinds to a Halt as Workers Join Nationwide Strike Protests

    Workers have effectively shut down the National Assembly complex in Abuja, causing a stir in the capital. The complex's access is restricted, leading to stranded individuals and vehicles. Even journalists are denied entry, with a sergeant-at-arms stating, "We are on strike." This impactful...
  2. Maritime Workers Bring Tin-can Island Port to a Standstill in Nationwide Labor Protest

    Nigeria Maritime Workers Bring Tin-can Island Port to a Standstill in Nationwide Labor Protest

    Members of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) have enforced the shutdown of Tin-can Island Port in Apapa, Lagos, aligning with the nationwide strike orchestrated by the organized labor following directives from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). This collective action stems from...
  3. ASUU Joins Nationwide Workers' Strike

    Nigeria ASUU Joins Nationwide Workers' Strike

    The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a directive for its members to participate in the nationwide workers' strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). ASUU President, Emmanuel Osodeke, conveyed the compliance directive to zonal...
  4. Major Unions, Including Banks and Medical Staff, Join Nationwide Strike in Solidarity with Labour's Protest

    Nigeria Major Unions, Including Banks and Medical Staff, Join Nationwide Strike in Solidarity with Labour's Protest

    The Nationwide strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has commenced, with affiliated unions, including the National Union of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions Employees, and the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria, heeding the...
  5. Presidency Slams NLC and TUC for Nationwide Strike

    Nigeria Presidency Slams NLC and TUC for Nationwide Strike

    The presidency has criticized the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) for insisting on a nationwide strike, deeming it an "abuse of privilege." The strike was planned to protest alleged brutality against Joe Ajaero, NLC President in Imo state. Despite a court order...
  6. NLC and TUC Announce Nationwide Strike"

    Nigeria NLC and TUC Announce Nationwide Strike"

    Organised labour, represented by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), has declared a nationwide strike beginning midnight on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The directive follows the assault on NLC President, Joe Ajaero. All affiliate unions of NLC and TUC...
  7. Governor Uzodinma Breaks Silence, Debunks Feud With NLC Amidst Unrest In Imo

    Nigeria Governor Uzodinma Breaks Silence, Debunks Feud With NLC Amidst Unrest In Imo

    In the midst of escalating tensions with aviation unions and allegations of worker mistreatment, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has vehemently denied any feud with the state chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The governor addressed the issue on the Television Continental (TVC)...
  8. Keyamo Issues Stern Warning to NLC: 'Leave Aviation Alone or Face Consequences'

    Nigeria Keyamo Issues Stern Warning to NLC: 'Leave Aviation Alone or Face Consequences'

    In a strong-worded caution, Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has warned the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) against disrupting airport flight operations. The minister's warning came during the ministerial retreat in Delta, where he addressed the escalating...
  9. Labor Unions Disrupt Flights, Leaving Commuters High and Dry at Abuja Airport

    Nigeria Labor Unions Disrupt Flights, Leaving Commuters High and Dry at Abuja Airport

    Passengers faced chaos and disruption at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) followed through on their threat to halt all flights to Owerri, Imo state. This action stems from last week's assault on NLC President Joe...
  10. Aviation Unions Ground Imo State Flights and Ban Governor Uzodimma from Airports Nationwide

    Nigeria Aviation Unions Ground Imo State Flights and Ban Governor Uzodimma from Airports Nationwide

    In an unprecedented turn of events, the aviation industry in Nigeria has been thrown into turmoil, with unions directing the withdrawal of all flights to Owerri, Imo State, from airports across the country. This drastic move comes in response to the directive of the Labor Union, consisting of...
  11. NLC and TUC Announce Nationwide Strike Starting November 14, Amidst Rising Tensions Over Assault on Labor Leader

    Nigeria NLC and TUC Announce Nationwide Strike Starting November 14, Amidst Rising Tensions Over Assault on Labor Leader

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have jointly declared a nationwide strike set to commence on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. This decision was reached following an extraordinary National Executive Council meeting held in Abuja on November 7. The primary...
  12. Imo State Governor Accused of Sending Thugs to Attack NLC President's Hometown

    Nigeria Imo State Governor Accused of Sending Thugs to Attack NLC President's Hometown

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma of sending thugs to attack the village of its president, Joe Ajaero. According to NLC's Head of Media and Information, Benson Upah, the attack on Azalla Owalla in Emekuku, the hometown of the NLC president, was an...
  13. Labor Unions Unveil Demands to Avert November 8 Strike After Assault on Ajaero

    Nigeria Labor Unions Unveil Demands to Avert November 8 Strike After Assault on Ajaero

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have announced a series of demands in response to the recent assault on Comrade Joe Ajaero, the NLC President, and other workers and journalists. The assault, along with various grievances, had prompted the nationwide...
  14. Nationwide Strike Imminent as Labor Unions Demand Justice for Assault on NLC President

    Nigeria Nationwide Strike Imminent as Labor Unions Demand Justice for Assault on NLC President

    In response to the unfortunate incident on Monday, November 6, 2023, where the national president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, was manhandled in Imo State, organized labor has declared a nationwide strike scheduled for Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Deputy president...
  15. NLC Considers Medical Trip Abroad for Injured President Ajaero

    Nigeria NLC Considers Medical Trip Abroad for Injured President Ajaero

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is exploring the possibility of sending its president, Joe Ajaero, abroad for medical treatment following injuries sustained in Imo State. Benson Upah, the media head of NLC, disclosed that discussions about arranging a foreign medical trip for Ajaero are taking...
  16. NLC President Joe Ajaero Alleges Police Brutality After Arrest in Imo State

    Nigeria NLC President Joe Ajaero Alleges Police Brutality After Arrest in Imo State

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has alleged that its President, Joe Ajaero, was beaten by the police after being arrested in Imo State. According to the NLC's Head of Media and Publicity, Benson Upah, Ajaero was taken into custody and then subjected to brutality. Ajaero's right eye was...
  17. Imo State Labor Dispute: Court Extends Ban on NLC and TUC Strikes

    Nigeria Imo State Labor Dispute: Court Extends Ban on NLC and TUC Strikes

    The National Industrial Court in Owerri, the capital of Imo state, has extended an interim injunction preventing the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) from going on strike in Imo state. The order also prevents them from carrying out a planned event known as "OCCUPY...
  18. Government and Labor Unions Strike Deal, Pause Nationwide Strike

    Nigeria Government and Labor Unions Strike Deal, Pause Nationwide Strike

    The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has temporarily suspended its nationwide strike plans after reaching an agreement with the Federal Government. The strike was planned in response to the removal of petrol subsidies, which has led to increased suffering and economic difficulties for many...
  19. Nationwide Strike Deadline Approaches as FG and Labor Fail to Reach Agreement

    Nigeria Nationwide Strike Deadline Approaches as FG and Labor Fail to Reach Agreement

    The meeting between the Nigerian Federal Government and Organized Labour ended in a deadlock just 24 hours before a nationwide strike was set to begin. Leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) rejected the government's offer, including President...
  20. Federal Government Offers N35,000 Wage Increase and VAT Waiver to Halt Labor Strike - Here's What You Need to Know

    Nigeria Federal Government Offers N35,000 Wage Increase and VAT Waiver to Halt Labor Strike - Here's What You Need to Know

    In a bid to avert a planned indefinite strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), the Federal Government has made significant offers during a lengthy meeting in Abuja. One of the key resolutions is the announcement of a provisional wage increase...
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