The statement noted. “We condemn the actions of the Nigerian government and demand that they cease their persecution of Joe Ajaero.’’
The CP said the police acknowledged the undebatable right of the citizens to engage in peaceful protest, which must not, however, turn violent.
The NLC and the TUC proposed N494,000 as the new national minimum wage.
The electricity tariff hike and discriminatory band classification remain unacceptable and must be addressed alongside the wage increase.
“Each time we hear of a strike, it sends shock waves through our spines.’’
President, Phone and Allied Products Dealers Association of Nigerian, Ifeanyi Akubue, said the strike was long overdue.
The NLC, under the leadership of Joe Ajaero, declared an indefinite nationwide strike across all sectors.
Government offices, schools and banks were closed in compliance with the industrial action.
He said the level of compliance indicates that workers are beginning to listen to the labour leaders.
Judges, lawyers and litigants have been prevented from entering courts in Abuja.
