NLC Launches Three-Day Strike Over Local Government Funds

The Osun State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has commenced a three-day strike starting today, November 9, over the dispute regarding the control and release of local government funds. This action is in solidarity with the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) and the elected council executives from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Accord Party, who have not yet assumed office.

The conflict involves the ruling Accord Party and the All Progressives Congress (APC), which are contesting the rightful control of the councils. The matter is currently pending judgment in the Court of Appeal.

Since 2025, the Federal Government has been allocating funds to council accounts managed by APC-led executives, a situation opposed by the state government, the PDP/Accord executives, and the NLC. Following a seven-day ultimatum issued on October 30, the NLC decided to strike after the ultimatum expired without resolution.

NLC State Chairman Christopher Arapasopo and Secretary Victor Amusan stated that the strike reflects the collective concern for workers' rights and welfare.