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“Nigerian Government and Labour Unions Seek Resolution: A Critical Meeting at Aso Rock Villa”

By Daniel Edu

The Federal Government is set to hold a meeting today with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) in an attempt to prevent the planned nationwide indefinite strike scheduled to begin on October 3, 2023.

The meeting will take place at the Aso Rock Villa and is slated to start at 12 noon. The decision to convene this meeting came after previous attempts to engage the labour leaders were unsuccessful, as they were unable to attend due to prior commitments outside Abuja.

The organized labour unions, NLC and TUC, have put forward a series of demands to the Federal Government, including addressing the removal of the subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Their demands also encompass wage awards, the implementation of palliatives, tax exemptions, and allowances for public sector workers, as well as a review of the minimum wage.

This meeting signifies the government’s efforts to find common ground with the labour unions and avoid the nationwide strike that has been planned. The outcome of this dialogue will be closely watched by the public and stakeholders as it has the potential to significantly impact various sectors of the economy.

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