{"id":42010,"date":"2023-11-17T11:50:23","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T11:50:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imotrumpeta.com\/?p=42010"},"modified":"2023-11-17T11:50:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T11:50:23","slug":"why-we-suspended-nation-wide-strike-nlc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imotrumpeta.com\/?p=42010","title":{"rendered":"Why We Suspended Nation-Wide Strike \u2013 NLC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">The Organised Labour has explained why it suspended the nationwide indefinite strike that commenced on 14 November.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">Emmanuel Ugboaja, General Secretary, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), explained the action in a statement he jointly signed with Nuhu Toro, Secretary General, Trade Union Congress (TUC), on Wednesday in Abuja.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cThe NEC in session had a thorough review of the offers presented by the Federal Government through the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.<br \/>\n\u201cWe found the offers credible and decided to reconsider our action,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">It would be recalled that the organized labour earlier met with the NSA and the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cAfter the meeting, we directed all affiliates and State councils of both the NLC and TUC to demobilise, cease any further escalation of the indefinite strike action.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cWe fully resume work tomorrow, Thursday, the 16th day of November, 2023,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">He added that a resolution was reached to suspend the nationwide strike.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">According to Mr Ugboaja, the suspension was intended to facilitate further discussions after the federal government had met crucial demands.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cWe expect government to address the distressing abduction and brutalisation of the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, and others.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cThese incidents occurred in the hands of the Police and Governor Hope Uzodimma\u2019s thugs in Owerri, in Imo State, on the 1st day of November, 2023,\u201d he recalled.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">He noted that an apology was tendered on behalf of the government by the NSA, who promised to coordinate the investigation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">He added that some of the perpetrators had been arrested while others would be fished out and prosecuted.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">Mr Ugboaja said that a high-powered investigation was currently being carried out and the leadership of labour centres would be briefed continuously as progress is being made.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">He commended all affiliates and state councils for their unwavering commitment and tenacity that made the strike a success.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cOnce again, we convey our appreciation for your cooperation, resilience and determination in ensuring the success of the indefinite nationwide strike.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv0795217079gmail-MsoNoSpacing\">\u201cWe encourage you to remain vigilant as we await the fulfilment of the remaining agreements,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Organised Labour has explained why it suspended the nationwide indefinite strike that commenced 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