The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has rejected the planned nationwide protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) over the recently approved 50% increase in telecom tariff.
In a letter addressed to the NLC leadership, PTECSSAN argued that the tariff hike, though painful, is necessary to prevent the imminent collapse of the sector, which could have far-reaching consequences for the economy.
The NLC had earlier rejected the tariff increase, describing it as an additional burden on Nigerians already grappling with rising costs of living.
The labour union directed its affiliate unions to mobilize members for a protest scheduled for February 7, 2025.
However, PTECSSAN, which represents workers in the telecom sector, expressed disappointment that the NLC took the decision without consulting it, despite its direct involvement in the industry.
(Nairametrics)
