The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has kicked off mass mobilization of the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) ahead of its scheduled January 27 and February 1 nationwide protests against the proposed removal of petrol subsidy by the Federal Government.
The Congress through a letter signed by its President, Ayuba Wabba and General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja ahead of a series of meetings slated to hold tomorrow, Tuesday, 11th January 2021 in Abuja and Friday, 14th January 2021 in Lagos, stressed on the importance of the protest, stating it is crucial to air the displeasure of Nigerian workers and people alike with the proposed plans of the government to increase the already inflated price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly addressed as “Petrol” or “Fuel”.
The Congress also stated it is imperative to note the proposed increase would mean a litre of petrol would be sold between N340 and N360.
The letter reads;
“Comrade, you may recall that at the regular meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress, which took place on 17th December 2021 at the Oyerinde Olaitan Auditorium, Pascal Bafyau Labour House, the NEC decided, among other things, to mobilize Nigerian workers and people for a nationwide protest on the 27th of January 2022, particularly in all the state capitals of the federation.
There will also be a national protest on the 1st of February 2022, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The planned protest is to register the displeasure and rejection by Nigerian workers and people of the proposed plans by the government to increase the price of the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also commonly referred to as ‘petrol’.
Currently, it is being speculated that the planned price hike would see a litre of petrol selling between N340 and N360.
Clearly, this price upsurge would unleash very severe and calamitous dislocation on Nigerian workers, people, and businesses.
In order to plan for an effective and peaceful protest, we seek the indulgence of your union as a member of the NLC Central Working Committee to be part of a planning meeting with leaders of CSOs scheduled to take place in both Abuja and Lagos states.
While we look forward to your attendance, please accept the renewed assurances of our highest esteem.”
