The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed workers across Nigeria to return to work effective from midnight of Wednesday 6th September, 2023 which marked an end to the 2-day warning strike declared by the Congress .
The Congress had on Thursday after her National Executive Council (NEC) meeting resolved to embark on a 2- day warning strike beginning from Tuesday 5th September, 2023 following a disputes resulting from the removal of subsidy on Petroleum Motor Spirit ( PMS) by the Tinubu led Federal Government.
President of the Congress Comrade Joe Ajaero in his message to Nigerian workers after the action , warned that the same passion and determination that fueled this warning strike will be crucial if we find ourselves compelled to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike.
He said with the success of the 2- day action, It is abundantly clear that our united message has resonated loudly with the government, and it would take a truly inattentive ear not to hear it.
According to Comrade Ajaero, “this collective effort was undertaken to emphasize our strong conviction that the government should prioritize the welfare of our citizens and adhere to our established statutes.
“We are pleased to report that, thanks to your resolute commitment, we have made significant strides in achieving the goals set during our National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, which prompted the initiation of this warning strike. It is abundantly clear that our united message has resonated loudly with the government, and it would take a truly inattentive ear not to hear it.
“As we mark the end of the two-day nationwide warning strike today, at the stroke of midnight, we earnestly call upon you all to gracefully conclude the strike and return to work tomorrow, in accordance with our initial agreement.
“We would like to take this moment to express our profound appreciation for your unwavering determination and dedication, which played a pivotal role in the resounding success of this action. Your contributions during this warning strike exemplify your unwavering commitment to our shared cause.
“In the event that the government fails to provide the appropriate responses to our demands, we encourage you to maintain your steadfast resolve.
“The same passion and determination that fueled this warning strike will be crucial if we find ourselves compelled to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike.
“Congress is not unmindful of the actions of detractors and fifth columnists but in the face of them all, we remain undaunted and more committed to the defense of Nigerian workers and people at any given time. Our nation deserves better”.
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