NLC paralyses Nigerian economy in nationwide strike
The Nigerian economy is on a shutdown as the organised labour spearheaded by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), begin a nationwide strike.
The strike is currently taking place in most of the states of the federation.
Lagos
The protest commenced in the Ikeja area of Lagos, with solidarity marches of members of the NLC in Lagos State. The Organised Labour is of the opinion that the President Bola Tinubu administration is “paying lip service to the plight of Nigerians,” hence, the strike to push for a better deal after the removal of fuel subsidy.
Ebonyi
The leadership of the NLC Ebonyi addressed members after embarking on a peaceful protest in Abakaliki and said they would strike until the government complied with its demand for the reinstatement of subsidies on PMS and other needs affecting the common masses.
Kano
The protest in Kano began at about 7am, with the convergence point being Dubawa roundabout along the Ahmadu Bello Way.
“Let poor Nigerians breathe,” a banner reads as the marchers crisscross parts of the state in protest against removal of fuel subsidy.
Osun
Former National President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Prof. Biodun Ogunyemi, joins the protest by NLC and CSOs in Osogbo, Osun State. The protesters marched the state capital in demand for the return of fuel subsidy.
Other states holding protest
The protest is also being held in Abia, Plateau, Kaduna, Rivers, Zamfara, Katsina, Cross River, Enugu, Kwara, Ogun, Imo, Ondo, and Edo.
