The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) declared an indefinite strike beginning on 3 June 2024.
The leaders of the organized labour unions explained that the strike has become imperative as the Federal Government has practically refused to increase the N60,000 it offered at the resumption of the tripartite committee meeting in Abuja on Friday.
NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC President Festus Osifo declared the strike at a joint press conference.
Osifo stated, “As you are aware, we had the last meeting preceding today, Tuesday. In that meeting, they (the government) offered N60,000.
They invited us for a meeting today (Friday), and we deliberated on it, thinking they were showing the necessary commitment.
“To our surprise, there was no serious representation from the Federal Government or the state governors who are supposed to be part of the negotiations.
“So, technically, we felt they had abandoned us because they remained adamant about the N60,000 offer. Not even a kobo was added to what we rightfully rejected.”
