Former NLC, TUC leaders seek unity amid transport allowance rift

Former leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have intervened in a rift between current leaders Joe Ajaero and Festus Osifo, which arose over the Federal Government's approval of a ₦70,000 transport allowance for workers. This allowance was introduced to alleviate the impact of high transportation costs following the removal of the fuel subsidy.

The disagreement escalated into personal attacks on national television, threatening unity within the labor sector. Ayuba Wabba, former President of the NLC and the International Trade Union Confederation, confirmed that a meeting was held in Abuja to address the issue.

Wabba described the conflict as a "family misunderstanding" and emphasized the need for unity among workers' organizations. He stated that all hostilities should cease and that future occurrences would be prevented through formal dialogue.

The meeting included notable veterans from both labor centers, who agreed to continue discussions to resolve the matter effectively.