By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has renewed its call for urgent action to eliminate child labour and exploitation in Nigeria’s informal economy, declaring that millions of children remain trapped in hazardous and unjust conditions across farms, markets, and workshops. Delivering a goodwill message at the commemoration of the World Day Against Child […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has raised alarm over the worsening cost of living and growing insecurity across the country, saying both challenges threaten the spirit of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration. Acting President of the NLC, Comrade Audu Amba, in a goodwill message to Muslims on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir 2025, urged […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern message to multinational corporations operating in Nigeria, demanding equal treatment and dignity for Nigerian workers in line with global standards. Speaking at a national dialogue on promoting sustainable and responsible business practices for the realization of decent work in Nigeria, NLC President, Comrade […]
…says workers can no longer freely express themselves By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has sounded the alarm on the dangers of government restrictions on civic space, warning that such actions threaten the very fabric of democracy. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this assertion at the 2025 Pre-May Day Lecture in Abuja, emphasizing […]
…urges workers to shun Governor’s parade By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has disowned an unauthorized circular directing workers in Edo State to participate in a Governor’s parade on May 1st, 2025, describing the document as fraudulent and the issuer as an impostor. The Congress urged workers to disregard the call and instead […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has lambasted the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, over his claim that 150 million Nigerians now enjoy adequate electricity supply with just 5,500 megawatts. In a statement signed by NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the union described the statement as “outrageous,” “pretentious,” and “a bad joke” on […]
…says he lacks integrity to question union’s strength …it’s govt, not union leaders, deny workers their rights By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has fired back at former President Olusegun Obasanjo, challenging him to name the union leaders he claims were paid to remain silent. In a statement by its President, Comrade Joe […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga As Nigerians continue to grapple with several policies considered to be unfavourable, the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has come under scrutiny. Pundits are of the view that NLC which was hitherto known for its formidable force, holding the government and private sector accountable, recently lost its influence due to a series of […]
…urges Nigerians to drop MTN, Airtel, Glo daily from February 13 …halt data purchases …as it threatens total nationwide shutdown by March 1 By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared a nationwide boycott of major telecommunications providers including MTN, Airtel, and Glo, over what it described as an “arbitrary and exploitative” 50% […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to the management of Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KEDC) over the mass sack of more than 900 workers, demanding their immediate reinstatement. In a statement signed by its Head of Information and Public Affairs, Benson Upah, the Congress described the dismissals as […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a scathing indictment of the Ministry of Power and the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), decrying what it describes as gross incompetence, wastefulness, and corruption in the sector. The statement, signed by NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero, comes in the wake of the Ministry’s proposal […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for an immediate government intervention to address worsening economic conditions, unfair fuel pricing, and mounting violations of workers’ rights. In a communiqué released following the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting at the weekend in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, emphasised […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the National Assembly (NASS) to expedite action on modalities for the coverage of the new national minimum wage. Mr. Joe Ajaero, NLC President said this during a book launch titled, “The Future of Work: Is the Tripartite Body in Africa Ready for the Digital Economy?” on Monday […]
By Ukpono Ukpong Following Wednesday’s hike in the pump price of petrol, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has expressed strong disapproval, stating that the government appears to prioritise increasing fuel prices without considering the capacity of Nigerians to cope with the escalating costs. In a statement issued on Wednesday […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has described as untrue reports that its President, Joe Ajaero, was invited by the Department of State Services (DSS), but failed to honour the invitation, leading to his arrest. The NLC said it was not in Ajaero’s character to disregard invitations and precedents attest to his regards for authorities. Recall […]
.Says NLC remains committed to defending the rights of Nigerian workers .Real reason why Police invited NLC president emerges By Ukpono Ukpong President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, on Thursday, declared that the union will not be intimidated by external pressures, following his appearance at the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) headquarters […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The last has not been heard of the face-off between the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Nigeria Police Force following recent police summons issued to the Congress’s President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, as the summon, which is scheduled for Thursday, August 29, 2024, has sparked a nationwide call to action within the […]
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC)/Transparency International Nigeria have advised against any attempt to silence the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Their reaction follows an invitation to the president of NLC, Mr Joe Ajaero by the police as part of its investigation into terrorism financing in the country. Mr Auwal Rafsanjani, Executive […]
..He would be prepared for police interview August 29 – Falana BY UKPONO UKPONG The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has threatened to embark on a nationwide strike if its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, is arrested by the Police. This was made known yesterday by the NLC Deputy President, Comrade Kabiru Sani, while addressing journalists at […]
.Say raid unconnected to recent #EndBadGovernance nationwide protests .Police to sustain protection of rights, promotion of youths’ welfare – IGP The Nigeria Police Force, on Monday, said it raided the second floor of the national headquarters of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Abuja last Wednesday in search of some incriminating documents to establish a […]