The National Economic Council, NEC, has pleaded with the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, not to embark on the planned strike, but instead to embrace dialogue in their clamour for improved standard of living for the masses.
The Labour Unions have scheduled a nationwide indefinite strike starting from October 3.
Rising from the NEC meeting in Abuja, Thursday, Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau who addressed Newsmen afterwards stated that the planned strike will have dire consequences on the nation,
The Governor stated that at this critical time in the nation’s history, it could barely afford any disruption in its socio-economic life, adding that the proposed industrial action would engender serious negative effect on the economy of both states and federal government.
He said that the NEC expressed genuine concern about the situation in the country and appealed for calm and patience among Nigerians.
“The National Economic Council, NEC, deliberated on the planned indefinite strike by the National leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, to proceed on an indefinite strike on October 3, 2023.
“The Council noted further the implications of the planned strike on the economy and the nation and thus urge members to continue to engage with the leadership of their respective states.
“It appeals to them to suspend the action and to continue on the path of dialogue with the Federal Government. This is the appeal of the Council,” he said.