…warns of economic strain on workers By Ukpono Ukpong The Former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ayuba Wabba, has called on labour unions to resist the federal government’s proposed annual Value Added Tax (VAT) increase. Wabba described the plan as a significant threat to workers’ welfare, warning that it would worsen the […]
*urges Buhari to sign Electoral Amendment Bill Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has urged President Muhammadu Buhari, to assent to the recently transmitted Electoral Amendment bill from the National Assembly. In letter addressed to Buhari, the NLC President, Comrade Ayuba Wabba, appealed for the President’s support especially in the matter of direct primaries […]
Ukpono Ukpong, Abuja Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has said that the Federal Government neglected the call by Nigerians to address the security challenges in the country until things deteriorated abysmally. The NLC President, Ayuba Wabba, said this yesterday in his address during its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. Wabba also said that […]
By Ukpono Ukpong President, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ayuba Wabba, has described the statement purportedly issued by the military’s high command warning state governors against criticizing its handling of insecurity as unfortunate. Wabba in a statement issued to journalists said the Congress’ first response was to doubt that such a statement actually came from […]
…Recommends development of sector specific protocols The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for the development of sector specific protocols to ensure opening of all sectors of the economy including the interstate movements. Speaking with the Daily Times in Abuja, the NLC President, Ayuba Wabba questioned the rationale behind the move by the Federal Government […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed state councils to await directive to engage state governors who fails to meet the December 31, 2019 deadline implementation of the minimum wage. The NLC President, Comrade Ayuba Wabba, said this in a New Year message on Tuesday in Abuja. “We use this medium to implore states that […]
Negotiation between the Federal Government and the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council on the new minimum wage has again been rescheduled for September 16. The News Agency of Nigeria recalled that the last negotiation between the government and the JNPSNC was to hold on September 4, but it was suspended. JNPSN Secretary General, Mr. […]
Ukpono Ukpong – Abuja Nigerian workers under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on African leaders to imbibe the leadership style of the Cuba which puts its people first in all matters noting that it is the only way to guarantee development of the region. Speaking at the 6th African meeting of Solidarity with […]
…hopes on fruitful dialogue with FG …JUSUN directs members nationwide to resume work The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has suspended the nationwide warning strike with effect from September 30, 2018. This was announced on Sunday by the NLC President, Comrade Ayuba Wabba, in a press conference held in Abuja. Recall that four days ago, organised […]
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), has dissociated itself from the Grand National Coalition in the political cycle. The NLC President, Ayuba Wabba, who report online alleged to be part of those who endorsed Grand National Coalition, said the report was untrue. “I have found it necessary to issue an immediate and emphatic rebuttal to the […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged workers to vote out governors who are owing salaries. It has advised its members to get their voters’ cards ready for the next election. Its President, Ayuba Wabba, who was in Benue State to support the workers in their battle against unpaid wages, said workers would be taking […]