The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced a two-day nationwide protest to demand action from the federal government. The union says Nigerians can no longer endure the worsening economic hardship despite several agreements reached in the past.
The protest will hold on February 27th and 28th, if the government fails to fulfill all promises by October next year. The NLC has also instructed all its members and affiliate unions to begin immediate preparations for the demonstration.
The action will follow a 14-day ultimatum earlier given to the government. The NLC insists that this protest goes beyond salary issues. It represents the survival struggle of the average Nigerian who can no longer afford food, rent, or healthcare.
After the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the NLC President, addressed journalists. He criticized the government for ignoring workers’ welfare and breaking its promises. Ajaero said Nigerians are losing faith in democracy because the system keeps failing them.
He warned that an indefinite strike will begin seven days after the protest if the government does not act. According to him, the NLC will no longer watch citizens suffer in silence while leaders live in comfort.
The union continues to call for policies that lower inflation, create jobs, and reduce the cost of living. Ajaero emphasized that until real changes happen, workers will keep demanding accountability through peaceful protests.
Meanwhile, several civil society groups have pledged their support for the demonstration. They believe this united action will pressure the government to deliver real relief to citizens struggling under current economic challenges.
Nigerians across different sectors are now watching closely. The upcoming protest could become one of the strongest messages yet to demand economic justice and responsible leadership.
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