NLC Backs NUPENG Against Dangote in Labor Dispute, Demands Fair Practices

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) declares support for the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) in their dispute against Dangote Refinery. NLC accuses Dangote of anti-labor practices, including denying workers the right to join trade unions and imposing unfair conditions.

NUPENG had directed its Petroleum Tanker Drivers to boycott Dangote's depot over issues related to driver recruitment and union membership. The NLC condemns Dangote's alleged monopolistic agenda and calls for an end to practices that weaken workers' collective bargaining power.

The statement emphasizes the importance of workers' rights and criticizes Dangote's industrial relations strategies as detrimental to the working class.