The Federal Government has urged labor unions to withdraw their 14-day strike ultimatum, citing ongoing efforts to hasten the implementation of a 16-point agreement made with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) on October 2, 2023.
Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, assured unions of the government’s commitment to expedite the implementation of the October 2023 agreement during a meeting with labor leaders.
Onyejeocha emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring consistent wage payments and encouraged labor leaders to reconsider their strike ultimatum.
Michael Oluwagbemi, the Program Director and Chief Executive of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative, provided updates on the procurement of CNG buses, confirming that 70% payment had been made for new buses and kits.
Oluwagbemi revealed that some buses were ready for deployment, with plans to commence local assembly for additional vehicles, including tricycles, by March to April 2024.
Despite government assurances, NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC Deputy President Tommy Okon maintained their position on the 14-day ultimatum, stressing the importance of promptly implementing the agreed-upon terms to effectively address the concerns of Nigerian workers and citizens.
