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Government restrictions on civic space threatening democracy – Ajaero

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…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

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NLC disowns “fake secretary,” declares Edo May Day parade unauthorized

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 April 2025 0

…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 […]

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NLC slams Power Minister over false claim of ‘miraculously’ powering 150m Nigerians

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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 […]

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NLC replies Obasanjo: Name trade union leaders paid to stay silent

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…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 […]

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Electricity, telecom, Multichoice tariff hike: Nigerians knock NLC

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 March 2025 0

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 […]

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NLC declares daily telecoms boycott over tariff hike

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…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%

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NLC to KEDC: Reinstate sacked 900 workers or face bigger action

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 6 February 2025 0

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 […]

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NLC blasts power ministry over N8bn sensitization budget amid grid failures

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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 […]

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NLC demands swift govt action on economic hardship, fuel pricing

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 11 November 2024 0

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,

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NLC urges NASS to expedite modalities for minimum wage coverage

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 15 October 2024 0

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 […]

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NLC condemns fuel price hike, calls for immediate reversal

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 October 2024 0

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 […]

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NLC: DSS never invited Ajaero before arresting him

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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 […]

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NLC can’t be intimidated, says Ajaero, after Police interrogation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

.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

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Ajaero’s summon: NLC directs members to occupy Police Headquarters nationwide today

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 August 2024 0

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 […]

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Alleged terrorism financing: Don’t silence NLC, CISLAC tells police

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 22 August 2024 0

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,

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CROSSFIRE: Arrest Ajaero, risk nationwide strike, NLC dares Police

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 August 2024 0

..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 […]

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Why we raided second floor of NLC complex – Police

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 13 August 2024 0

.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 […]

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NLC demands immediate govt action after invasion of headquarters

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 August 2024 0

…says Police must apologise for action By Ukpono Ukpong In a bold and urgent response, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for immediate and decisive government action following the unprecedented invasion of its National Headquarters by security forces. This was made known in a communiqué issued after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting […]

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NLC to Tinubu: Address public grievances amid looming national protest

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 July 2024 0

…Urges President to invite protest organisers for dialogue …Tinubu, traditional, religious leaders caution youths against planned protests By Ukpono Ukpong As the date for the anticipated national protest approaches, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to take urgent steps to address the widespread public discontent over the

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NLC kicks against governors’ stance on Minimum Wage, calls it ‘dictatorial’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 June 2024 0

BY UKPONO UKPONG The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed deep concern over recent statements by some Nigerian Governors regarding their desire to set minimum wages as they see fit. Benson Upah, the NLC’s Head of Information and Public Affairs, criticized this approach, labeling it as dictatorial and contrary to the principles underlying the national […]