Fuel subsidy removal: Details emerge as NLC makes fresh move after expiration of ultimatum

  • There are indications that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) will embark on another nationwide strike
  • This follows the expiration of NLC’s ultimatum to the federal government to address the suffering and pains occasioned by the removal of subsidy
  • The NLC has reportedly started mobilising state chapters and has fixed a date for a virtual meeting to discuss the next line of action

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is reportedly mobilizing its state chapters and affiliate unions for a nationwide strike over the recent fuel subsidy removal

As reported by the Punch, the development is due to the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum given to the Federal Government to provide palliatives to cushion the effects.