NLC, TUC order workers to down tools in Imo over rights violations

The organised labour, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, on Tuesday directed workers in Imo State to withdraw their services across the state from Tuesday night.

The PUNCH reports that the two unions said the decision followed the disruption of Monday’s Workers’ Day celebration supposedly by agents of the state government.

In a statement jointly signed by the Secretaries-General of the NLC and TUC, Emmanuel Ugboaja and Nuhu Toro, respectively, it was noted that the downing of tools applies to only NLC and TUC affiliates in the state.

“This is to remind all affiliates of the resolutions of the Joint emergency CWC meeting of the NLC and TUC where the unfortunate May Day development in Imo State was discussed.

“Consequently, all affiliates are kindly requested to issue the necessary directives to their state council in Imo State to embark on a comprehensive withdrawal of their services in the state by midnight today in compliance with the Joint CWC decision.

“Do remain assured of the vigilance and determination of the Leadership of the Congress to creatively engage all forms of anti-workers practices all over the nation. Your participation is therefore key to achieving our collective objectives.”

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