By Glam & Essence
As promised on August 2nd to protest the federal government’s increase of fuel pump price, Nigeria’s labor unions have commenced nationwide protests, as workers were seen gathering at Union Fountain Abuja, Ogun State, and Kano State.
This was disclosed on Wednesday by the President of Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Joe Ajaero, in an interview with Channels Television at Unity Fountain, Abuja, where workers gathered to hit the streets.
While admitting that there are some hindrances in the commencement of the protest in some states, he, however, said,
“Protests have taken off in all states bearing some hindrances in some places. We are aware of the Police efforts to stop the process in some areas.
“To be candid with you, nothing is stopping the protest. Based on responses from state governments, it is equally our determination whether the protest will be for today, tomorrow or next, not by using force to stop the people from expressing their views. We are here for the protest, to make a statement to Nigerians”.
The workers nationwide protest is as a result of their demand not being met by the federal government,which is that there be a reversal of fuel price increments and other policies by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government.
Source:Daily Post
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