NLC urges Tinubu to intervene in NUPENG-Dangote dispute to avert strike

0
63
Dangote Refinery clarifies: Union membership voluntary for workers
A combined photo of NUPENG logo and Aliko Dangote

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to promptly intervene in the dispute between the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Group to prevent a nationwide strike.


Zulum visits families of 63 Borno residents, killed by Boko Haram


NUPENG announced plans to commence a nationwide strike over Dangote’s alleged “anti-union practices, monopolistic agenda, and indecent industrial relations strategies.”

NLC wants Dangote Group to comply with labour laws and international conventions, respecting workers’ rights to unionise and bargain collectively.

Advertisement

NLC demands immediate unionisation of Dangote Refinery and its subsidiaries.

NLC accuses Dangote Group of exploiting Nigerian workers and disregarding their constitutional rights.

In consequences, NUPENG’s planned strike may disrupt fuel distribution, leading to scarcity and economic hardship.

NLC threatens to mobilise workers for solidarity action, potentially escalating the crisis.

NLC president, Joe Ajaero declared: “The NLC unequivocally condemns the anti-union, anti-worker, and monopolistic practices of the Dangote Group and its affiliates.

“Nigerian workers are not slaves and cannot be serially abused without consequences.

“If Dangote continues on this reckless anti-union path, we will move beyond words to action.

“Our solidarity is not negotiable. We will fight because we must.

“The working class must not be sacrificed on the altar of corporate greed.”

Stay ahead with the latest updates! Join The ConclaveNG on WhatsApp and Telegram for real-time news alerts, breaking stories, and exclusive content delivered straight to your phone. Don’t miss a headline — subscribe now!

Join Our WhatsApp Channel Join Our Telegram Channel








Leave a Reply