Labour leaders say worsening terrorism, kidnappings, and banditry could trigger industrial action if urgent steps are not taken.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have threatened to embark on nationwide industrial action over the worsening security situation across the country.
The labour centres issued the warning during a joint media briefing held on the sidelines of the ongoing 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
According to the labour leaders, the continued wave of terrorism, kidnappings, and banditry across parts of the country has created growing concerns among Nigerian workers and citizens.
They said the situation could no longer be ignored, warning that organised labour may be forced to take action if the insecurity persists without decisive intervention.
The labour leaders also rejected claims by some state governors that negotiations were ongoing with workers regarding a proposed ₦100,000 minimum wage.
According to them, such statements do not reflect the present realities surrounding discussions on workers’ welfare and ongoing negotiations involving organised labour.
The warning from both labour centres comes at a period when concerns around security and economic conditions continue to shape national conversations on governance and workers’ welfare.
The NLC and TUC, however, did not announce a specific date for any proposed industrial action during the briefing.