In a statement to journalists on Wednesday, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) revealed that the organization had faced intimidation and threats aimed at halting its planned two-day nationwide protest addressing escalating hardships and insecurity.
“We were threatened with all manners of consequences that would be meted on us if we went ahead.
“We were, however, not perturbed as lifting the heavy yoke of suffering upon Nigerian workers and masses left us with no option than to press on.” Comrade Joe Ajaero, NLC President told newsmen.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) had scheduled a two-day nationwide mass protest on February 27 and 28, 2024, to address the economic hardships resulting from the removal of petrol subsidy in May 2023 by President Bola Tinubu.
On Tuesday morning, demonstrators began their march from the Labour House in Abuja, chanting solidarity songs and slogans. Similar rallies took place in state capitals across the country.
Following a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Tuesday, the NLC issued a communique announcing the suspension of the protest’s second day, stating that its objectives had been achieved during the first day of rallies.