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Abuja court declines to halt Labour Party convention, orders due process

The Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to issue an injunction against Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), from proceeding with the party’s national convention scheduled to take place in Umuahia, Abia. Justice Inyang Ekwo, presiding over the case, emphasised the importance of due process, stating, “It is essential that Read More…

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Organised Labour suspends nationwide strike

Organised Labour has confirmed the suspension of its nationwide indefinite strike that commenced on Nov. 14. Emma Ugboaja, NLC General Secretary, announced the suspension to reporters on Wednesday in Abuja, stating that the decision resulted from an emergency virtual joint National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). Read More…

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Senate urges Labour to reconsider strike amid concerns; employers and NSA weigh in

The Senate recently passed a resolution imploring organised labour to halt the ongoing national strike for the sake of the country’s interests. The motion, championed by Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele, emphasised the need for reconsideration amidst the escalating strike initiated by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), Academic Staff Union of Universities, and Read More…