The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tougher measures to tackle insecurity, describing improved national security as essential for economic growth, workers’ welfare, and democratic stability.
The union made its position known in Kano while leading a peaceful rally, part of a nationwide action approved by the NLC National Executive Council.
The demonstration aimed to raise public awareness and strengthen government efforts at both federal and state levels to address security challenges across the country.
Speaking on behalf of NLC President Joe Ajaero, Mr. Muttaqa Yusha’u said; “the rallies, held simultaneously across Nigeria, emphasized the need for a coordinated and inclusive approach to security management.”
He said; “Persistent insecurity has become a major national concern, undermining development and threatening livelihoods across sectors.
“Workers create the wealth of this nation, but they cannot do so in an atmosphere of fear.”
The NLC presented a letter outlining its recommendations, calling for enhanced collaboration among security agencies, governments, traditional rulers, community leaders, and workers’ organizations.
The union also stressed “the importance of sustained social dialogue as a pillar for addressing insecurity and strengthening democracy.”
Kano State NLC Chairman, Kabiru Inuwa, commended President Tinubu for engaging labour leaders and urged states to develop homegrown solutions in collaboration with the Presidency.
Receiving the NLC letter on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Chief of Staff Dr. Suleiman Sani Wali praised the peaceful and organised nature of the rally, describing it as ‘a constructive engagement rather than confrontation.’
He assured the Union that the Governor would study the submissions and forward them, alongside the union’s recommendations, to President Tinubu.
“This is not a strike or a negative protest, but a patriotic and coordinated effort to advance the collective interest of Nigerians,” Wali said.
The NLC said it would continue to engage government through dialogue while mobilizing workers nationwide to support policies aimed at restoring peace, unity, and sustainable development across Nigeria.
Mercy Chukwudiebere