The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have raised fresh concerns over the worsening security situation across the country, warning that they may be forced to declare a nationwide strike if urgent action is not taken.
NLC President, Joe Ajaero, made the disclosure on Monday while speaking at the ongoing International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland.
According to him, Nigerian workers can no longer continue their daily activities under the constant fear of kidnappings, bandit attacks and other violent crimes.
Ajaero said the safety of workers has become a major issue, stressing that many Nigerians now leave their homes each day without any guarantee of returning safely. He warned that organised labour would not remain silent if the situation continues to deteriorate.
The labour leader noted that insecurity has affected productivity and the general well-being of workers across different sectors of the economy. He maintained that protecting
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