The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) may likely meet the Federal Government to discuss possible solutions to quell the Congress’ proposed Indefinite industrial action.
According to Nigerian Tribune, a source who pleaded anonymity said that NLC received an invitation from the government and is willing to attend the meeting.
A press statement signed by the Labour Ministry’s Director, Press and Public Relations, said; “The Minister of Labour and Employment Simon Bako Lalong has again invited the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) for another meeting over its planned indefinite strike.
“The Minister who directed the Department of Trade Unions Services and Industrial Relations to convene a meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for Monday 18th September 2023 said it was important that the Unions sit with Government to resolve all pending matters to avert further disruption to the economy.
“According to the Minister, the administration of President Bola Tinubu will always engage the organised labour and respond to its concerns after due consultation and negotiations in order to guarantee industrial harmony which is critical to the attainment of the Renewed Hope Agenda.