NLC Threatens Nationwide Strike After Talks Fail
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of possible nationwide industrial action following the breakdown of talks with the Federal Government over outstanding workers’ demands. The meeting, held on Thursday at the Ministry of Labour in Abuja, ended in a deadlock, with both parties agreeing to reconvene on Tuesday. In a statement […]
NLC Threatens to Shut Chinese Firm Over Workers’ Welfare
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to shut down the operations of Wizchino Engineering Company Limited, a Chinese construction firm in Abuja, over alleged anti-union practices, poor workers’ welfare and inadequate safety measures. The labour movement issued the warning during a picketing of the company’s headquarters building (under construction) where workers […]
NLC Gives FG Two Weeks to Cut Petrol Prices, Review Wages
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a two-week ultimatum to reduce petrol prices, commence renegotiation of the national minimum wage and implement outstanding agreements with health and public sector workers. The ultimatum, which takes effect from Friday, October 9, 2026, also covers the implementation of the Terms of […]
NLC General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja Dies at 60
By Chinedu Echianu The General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Emmanuel Ugboaja, has died at the age of 60 after a prolonged illness. The NLC announced his death to members of its National Executive Council, currently meeting in Enugu State. NLC President Joe Ajaero reportedly read a letter from Ugboaja’s family informing the […]
Ajaero Decries Persecution of Nigerian Workers
By Chinedu Echianu President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has accused Nigerian authorities of subjecting workers and labour leaders to intimidation, arrests, harassment and other forms of persecution for demanding better wages and working conditions. Speaking in Oslo, Norway, while receiving the prestigious Arthur Svensson International Award on Wednesday, Ajaero said defending […]
NLC Petitions ILO Over Delegates’ Sponsorship
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has formally petitioned the Credentials Committee of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), accusing the Federal Government of repeatedly failing to sponsor duly nominated workers’ delegates to the annual International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland. In a complaint dated June 5, 2026, and signed by the NLC […]
NLC Demands Immediate Action Over Oyo School Abductions
By Chinedu Echianu The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Joe Ajaero, has called on governments at all levels and security agencies to urgently address the worsening security situation in the country following the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ajaero expresses concern over the kidnapping […]
Workers’ Day: Abbas Hails Nigerian Workers as Nation Builders
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has praised Nigerian workers for their indispensable role in national development, describing them as the backbone of the country’s progress. In a statement on Friday marking International Workers’ Day, Speaker Abbas commends the resilience, patriotism, and dedication of the nation’s workforce, particularly members […]
NLC Rejects APGC’s Six Trillion Naira Demand
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly rejected the claims by the Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) following their February 17, 2026 statement, describing the group’s demand for N6 trillion as a “clandestine heist” targeting public funds. In a press release issued on Thursday, NLC President Joe Ajaero criticizes APGC […]
NSITF Reaffirms NLC as Key Partner in Social Protection
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has described the Nigeria Labour Congress as a critical partner in advancing social protection and safeguarding the welfare of workers across the country. Addressing the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the congress in Lagos, Faleye […]