The organized labour bodies, the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress have announced an indefinite strike starting on June 3, 2024.
The decision to strike comes in response to the Federal Government’s steadfast refusal to raise its N60,000 offer presented at the recent tripartite committee meeting in Abuja on Friday.
NLC President, Joe Ajaero,and TUC President, Festus Osifo made the strike declaration during a joint press conference, emphasizing the necessity of this action.
Osifo said, “As you are aware, we had the last meeting preceding today, which was on Tuesday. In that meeting, they (the government) offered N60,000. They invited us for a meeting today (Friday), and we deliberated on it, thinking they were showing the necessary commitment.
“To our surprise, there was no serious representation from either the Federal Government or the state governors who are supposed to be part of the negotiations.
“So, technically, we felt they have abandoned us because they remained adamant about the N60,000 offer. Not even a kobo was added to what we rightfully rejected.”
