By Our Correspondent
The Nigeria Labour Congress has reaffirmed its decision to proceed with a nationwide protest against the worsening state of insecurity across the country, insisting that there is no going back on the planned action.
Speaking on the issue, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, said the protest remains sacrosanct and will hold as scheduled. He explained that the decision followed deep concern over the persistent security challenges facing Nigerians, including kidnappings, banditry, insurgency and violent attacks that continue to claim lives and disrupt economic activities.
Ajaero noted that insecurity has grown beyond a regional challenge and has become a national crisis affecting workers, businesses, students and ordinary citizens. He said many workers now live in fear, commute under unsafe conditions and face threats to their livelihoods, while the poor security situation discourages investment and weakens productivity.
He stressed that the planned protest is not politically motivated but is intended to draw the attention of government to the urgent need for decisive and coordinated action to protect lives and property. According to him, Nigerians can no longer remain silent as insecurity worsens despite repeated assurances from authorities.
The labour leader also disclosed that several affiliate unions and civil society groups have pledged support for the protest, describing it as a legitimate and peaceful means of demanding accountability and improved security governance.
Reiterating the position of organised labour, Ajaero said the Congress expects the government to listen to the concerns of citizens and take concrete steps to address the root causes of insecurity, warning that continued inaction could deepen public frustration and economic hardship.
The nationwide protest is expected to hold simultaneously across the states as organised labour mobilises workers and concerned Nigerians to demand a safer and more secure country.
