The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has clarified the reasons behind its decision to suspend the nationwide strike that was slated to commence on Wednesday.
POLITICS NIGERIA reports that the strike was intended to protest the removal of fuel subsidy.
However, NLC explained that the government had shown a willingness to engage in dialogue and offer “reasonable palliatives” to mitigate the impact of its policies.
The clarification was made in a communique issued after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Tuesday.
During the meeting, various factors were considered, including the prevailing socio-political climate and the outcome of recent elections. In light of these circumstances and the pursuit of national stability, the NEC made the following resolutions:
1. Commending and acknowledging the diligent efforts of the NLC leadership in fulfilling the mandate assigned by the NEC.
2. Emphasizing the importance of the Federal Government’s compliance with the nation’s laws, particularly regarding adherence to court rulings and the blatant disregard for the 2023 Appropriation Act.
“Considering the mood of the socio-polity, last elections and the need to pursue national stability and consequently, the NEC-in-session resolved as follows:
“To commend and applaud the diligence of the congress’ leadership in carrying out the assignment given to it by NEC; to demonstrate to the Federal Government the need to comply with the laws of the land, especially as it concerns obedience to the rulings of the courts and their brazen disregard for the 2023 Appropriation Act.”
Only God’s Kingdom can satisfy everyone and everyone. Daniel 2:44; Revelation 21:3,4
NLC save your breath, the usual has happened