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 […]
Lawyers’ Role Vital in Protecting Workers’ Rights, NSITF Tells NBA
By Chinedu Echianu Legal practitioners have been urged to play a more active role in protecting workers’ rights and strengthening the enforcement of laws governing workplace compensation and social security in Nigeria. The call is expected to take centre stage at a dedicated session by the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) at the Nigerian […]
ICJ Advisory: Strike Remains Labour’s Strongest Weapon – NASU
By Chinedu Echianu The General Secretary of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), Peters Adeyemi, has welcomed the recent advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) affirming workers’ right to strike, describing it as a significant victory for trade unions worldwide. In a vote of 10–4, the Court held […]
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 Tackles NECA Over ICJ Ruling on Right to Strike
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has described the recent ruling of the International Court of Justice affirming workers’ right to strike under Convention 87 as a landmark victory for workers globally, accusing the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) of attempting to weaken the decision through “adversarial interpretation.”The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has […]
Workers’ Day: Kalu Backs Better Welfare Laws
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has hailed Nigerian workers for their resilience and contributions to national development, pledging sustained legislative action to improve their welfare. In a message marking International Workers’ Day on Friday, Kalu describes the nation’s workforce as the backbone of economic growth, commending their […]