NLC Demands Petrol Price Cuts and Wage Talks from FG

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), under the leadership of President Joe Ajaero, has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government, starting from Friday, October 9, 2026. The ultimatum demands a reduction in petrol prices and the commencement of renegotiations for the national minimum wage.

This decision was made during a joint meeting of the NLC's National Executive Council (NEC) and Central Working Committee (CWC) in Abuja, where they discussed the economic hardships and rising cost of living affecting workers. Ajaero stated that the current minimum wage has been eroded by the depreciation of the naira, making it difficult for workers to afford basic necessities.

He called for the government to reduce petrol prices to levels that existed when the current minimum wage was enacted in 2024. Additionally, Ajaero urged the government to implement agreements made with the Joint Health Sector Unions and the Joint Public Sector Negotiating Council, as well as to provide immediate wage awards to alleviate the financial strain on workers.