By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Accept
Okay.ngOkay.ngOkay.ng
Font ResizerAa
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Reading: Organised Labour Justifies Nationwide Strike, Cites Worker Hardship
Share
Font ResizerAa
Okay.ngOkay.ng
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Search
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Follow US
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2022 - All rights reserved
News

Organised Labour Justifies Nationwide Strike, Cites Worker Hardship

Muhammad A. Aliyu
By Muhammad A. Aliyu
Published: June 4, 2024
Share
3 Min Read
SHARE

The Organised Labour has defended its decision to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike, asserting that Nigerian workers are enduring severe economic hardship.

The strike, which began on Monday, June 3, 2024, was declared in response to the government’s failure to agree on a new minimum wage and to reverse the recent hike in electricity tariffs.

In a joint statement released on Monday, leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), Joe Ajaero and Festus Osifo, outlined the reasons behind the industrial action.

They argued that the current minimum wage of ₦30,000 is insufficient to meet the basic needs of an average Nigerian worker, especially considering that some state governors have yet to implement the existing wage, which expired in April 2024.

- Advertisement -

The labour leaders criticized the Federal Government for offering what they described as a “slave wage” amidst the “excruciating hardship” faced by workers.

They highlighted the impact of rampant inflation, with food inflation reaching 40% and general inflation at 33%, leaving many Nigerians struggling to survive.

“There is no gainsaying the fact that Nigerians, especially workers, are currently living just on the edge,” the statement read.

“In addition to the historicity of slave wages marked by the continued downturn in the national economy, massive devaluation of the naira, removal of government subsidies, increase in taxation, astronomical hike of the tariff of critical utilities and the combo siege of collapsed public infrastructure and insecurity all over the country, life has become a Hobbesian reality in Nigeria – short, nasty and brutish.”

- Advertisement -

The labour unions argued that the government’s proposed wage increases are inadequate when compared to the severe economic challenges facing the country. They accused the government of prioritizing profligacy over the welfare of its citizens.

“While the Federal Government offers a very paltry sum which in real inflation and naira value is far below the current national minimum wage, in one word – backward increase of the national minimum wage – government has shown a huge appetite for profligacy,” the statement continued.

Stay Updated on the Go with Our Latest News—Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!
TAGGED:Labour
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Telegram Email Copy Link Print
ByMuhammad A. Aliyu
Follow:
Muhammad Ameer Aliyu, is a prolific journalist who joined Okay Nigeria in 2015 with the aim staying committed to bringing more positive growth to the digital news platform. He is the Senior Editor at Okay Nigeria.
Previous Article NDDC Managing Director Reiterate Commitment to Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda
Next Article CBN Clarifies Status of Unity, Polaris, and Keystone Banks Amid Heritage Bank Licence Revocation

Connect with Okay on Social

FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
TelegramFollow

Dollar/Naira Rates

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate

Okay.ng Logo
Buy Rate ₦1,605.00
Sell Rate ₦1,620.00

Last updated: 3 weeks ago (June 3, 2025 2:33 pm)

Displayed rates are for informational purposes only and are subject to change.

USD/NGN Converter

- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Recent Posts

BREAKING: President Tinubu Endorses Four Major Tax Reform Bills
News Top stories
Lagos State Government
Lagos State Government Refutes Peter Obi’s Allegation of Property Demolition, Orders Probe
News
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Renames Polytechnic Ibadan in Honour of Late Dr. Omololu Olunloyo
News
BREAKING: President Tinubu Withholds Assent to NDLEA Bill Over Proceeds Clause
News
BREAKING: High Court in Lafia Sentences Timileyin Ajayi to Death for Killing Corps Member
News
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

You May Also Like

PoliticsTop stories

Barau Jibrin Pledges Unwavering Support for President Tinubu on 2027 Election Decisions

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 26, 2025
News

Ogun State Chief Judge Urges Lawyers to Prioritize Human Rights Over Tradition

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 26, 2025
Nigeria Police - file photo
Crime

Police Launch Manhunt After Female Farmer Found Dead in Ondo State

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 26, 2025
Okay.ngOkay.ng
Follow US
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2025 - All rights reserved
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
adbanner
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?