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NLC PRESENTS DEMANDS TO FG AHEAD OF MAY DAY
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has outlined its demands ahead of the May 1st, 2024 workers’ day celebrations.
Among the demands presented to the federal and state governments is the establishment of state and local government police.
The demands come under the theme of ‘Social Justice and Decent Work for All,’ reflecting the NLC’s focus on addressing key issues affecting workers’ welfare and rights.
The seven demands include improved labour-government industrial relations, full implementation of the minimum wage across all sectors, settlement of pension arrears, and the creation of compressed natural gas conversion centers in all senatorial districts.
Furthermore, the NLC calls for the fixing of Port Harcourt and Kaduna refineries, granting local government autonomy, and providing infrastructure support schemes to all local governments.
These demands highlight the NLC’s commitment to advocating for workers’ rights and enhancing socio-economic conditions across Nigeria. Here are their demands.
Establishment of state and local government police.
Granting of local government autonomy and infrastructure support scheme to all local governments.
Improved labour-government industrial relations.
Full implementation of the minimum wage across all sectors (700k, yet to be approved)
Settlement of pension arrears.
Establishment of compressed natural gas conversion centers.
Fixing of Port Harcourt and Kaduna refineries.
NLC’s demands and the naira’s decline underscore the urgent need for holistic approaches to address socio-economic challenges and ensure the well-being of Nigerians, particularly workers.As the nation commemorates the May 1st workers’ day, it is essential for policymakers and stakeholders to prioritize ways that enhance social justice, promote decent work, and help boost the economy.
