CSOs Caution NLC Against August 2 Planned Indefinite Nationwide Strike

... Say Strike Will Compound Hardship Faced by Nigerians

Northern based Coalition of Civil Society Organisations today cautioned Nigeria Labour Congress against planned indefinite nationwide strike action in view of the long term gains of fuel subsidy removal by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration.

In a recent development, NLC gave the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to reverse all perceived anti-poor policies, including the recent hike in the pump price of petrol, or face an indefinite nationwide strike from August 2.

Consequently, NLC directed all affiliates to commence mobilisation of workers and civil society allies for a mass protest across Nigeria .

But the Coalition disagree with NLC's decision , saying that any form of nationwide strike by the labour unions now, will not only compound current economic hardship faced by the masses ,but also counter productive and catalyst for impending chaos.


The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman and Secretary, Comrade Muhammad Usman Ali and Comrade Markus Bulus appealed to Nigeria Labour Congress to rather call for an emergency meeting with the Federal Government to discuss and resolve areas of concerns on the issues of fuel subsidy removal and other perceived harsh government policies affecting the Nigeria workers.

The statement further reads : "We believe the Tinubu led government has demonstrated that it can listen to plights of labour unions and should he government fail to meet demands after the meeting, NLC is free to embark on planned long-lasting strike and mass protest.

"But we want to remind NLC that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is just 57 days in office as President. And with the collosal damages done to economy by previous leaders ,which are beyond imagination , he needs some time correct them .

"On the hand ,we urge NLC to work together with the FG to ensure that monies saved from subsidy removal are monitored and judiciously used to better lots of workers and Nigerians instead threats of strike."

While defending the removal of subsidy , the Coalition asked NLC to consider that removal of subsidy has stopped smuggling of petroleum products; stopped payment of homongous amount money to fraudulent business men and made products available at filling stations .

It also said removal of subsidy will ensure private sector participation in the importation of petroleum products; ensure the ready availability of petrol at all times for all Nigerians with no diversion by marketers and curb the greed for higher profits and sabotage by a few players in the oil industry which will positively affect the
economy.

"We hope that soon the competition in the industry and market forces will drive
down the price of petrol in the long run
as witnessed in the telecoms sector for
the benefit of Nigerians; permanently banish queues from petrol stations." It added .

However ,the Coalition Commended President Tinubu for bolds steps taken so far to change course of governance in the country .

Nigerians should be patient with Mr president, it's not easy to make an overnight change, only a deceitful man will promise you that . Everything will be fine sooner than we expect

IconicR:
Nigerians should be patient with Mr president, it's not easy to make an overnight change, only a deceitful man will promise you that . Everything will be fine sooner than we expect Urheadmaster doggedfighter

And even if everything is not fine soon, people should learn to adjust. Get some exercise instead of driving everywhere. You also don't need more than one car nor do you need to always on the gen.
As for hunger, see below

Super story

IconicR:
Nigerians should be patient with Mr president, it's not easy to make an overnight change, only a deceitful man will promise you that . Everything will be fine sooner than we expect

Buhari wasted 8yrs with the same slance

Urheadmaster:
Super story

Buhari wasted 8yrs with the same slance

Jonathan and Buhari are the root cause of the present situation of the country. It's an accumulated problem

The strike will only make things worst

IconicR:
Nigerians should be patient with Mr president, it's not easy to make an overnight change, only a deceitful man will promise you that . Everything will be fine sooner than we expect

Before now you were always here insulting everyone while fighting for Tinubu.

Now he's in and you are seeing what you voted in.

You quickly changed your moniker.

What a shame !

Urheadmaster:
Super story

Buhari wasted 8yrs with the same slance

You dey dem

ok

doggedfighter:


Before now you were always here insulting everyone while fighting for Tinubu.

Now he's in and you are seeing what you voted in.

You quickly changed your moniker.

What a shame !

What was his previous moniker

IconicR:
Nigerians should be patient with Mr president, it's not easy to make an overnight change, only a deceitful man will promise you that . Everything will be fine sooner than we expect

how can Nigerians be patient while their leaders are yet to cut cost of governance..

57 billion naira worth of cars for senate and you tell the helpless citizens to be patient..lol

Urheadmaster:
Super story

Buhari wasted 8yrs with the same slance

.

Even you if giving the opportunity cannot turn anything around just within 57 days in office.

Patience is a virtue which all of us must cultivate