NLC set to initiate reforms in Labour Party – AJAERO

Monday, March 3, 2025 - The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has once again stepped in to address the crisis within the Labour Party, resolving, among other reforms, to rebrand the party or pursue a merger, and possibly form coalitions to defend the interests of the NLC and Nigerian workers within the party.

The NLC stated that this decision had become necessary to reclaim the party and restore it to its original ideological roots. The resolution was reached at the National Executive Council, NEC meeting of the union in Adamawa State.

Ajaero said: “After carefully examining the unfortunate events in the Labour Party, which was created by the Nigeria Labour Congress and the opaqueness that pervades its activities, NEC-in-session directed the National Administrative Council to take immediate steps, which may include rebranding, a merger, or forming coalitions to defend the interests of the NLC and Nigerian workers in the party, with a view to reclaiming it and returning it to its original ideological roots.

“The Congress will not allow the Labour Party to be hijacked by reactionary forces who do not represent the aspirations of the working people and the broader Nigerian populace.

“The NLC remains committed to ensuring that the party remains a true vehicle for the emancipation of Nigerian workers and the oppressed masses.”

On the 35 per cent tariff hike in telecommunications services, Ajaero stated that the NEC acknowledges the agreement reached on 21 February 2025 between the NLC and the federal government through the Joint 10-Man Committee, which reduced the initially proposed telecommunications tariff hike from 50 per cent to 35 per cent.

However, he noted that the Congress remains vigilant, recognising the long history of breaches of such agreements.

Ajaero warned that if the agreement is not implemented as agreed by 1 March 2025, the National Administrative Council is mandated to immediately deploy all necessary measures to enforce compliance, in line with the Central Working Committee directive of 10 February 2025.

“The NEC reaffirms the historical responsibility of the working class to resist all forms of exploitation and oppression. It calls on all affiliates, industrial unions, and progressive allies to remain on high alert and fully prepared to engage in decisive mass action against all anti-people policies of the state.”