Labour Unions Plan Nationwide Telecoms Boycott, February 4 Protest Over Tariff Hike

By Abidemi Samuel

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Labour Unions Plan Nationwide Telecoms Boycott, February 4 Protest Over Tariff Hike

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and other labour unions have announced plans to embark on a nationwide boycott of telecoms services and stage a protest

on February 4, 2025, in response to the recent tariff hike by telecommunications operators. The unions are demanding an immediate reversal of the tariff increase, which they argue has further impoverished Nigerians.

The labour unions, in a statement, expressed their dissatisfaction with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for approving the tariff hike, despite the widespread opposition from Nigerians.

They argued that the increase in tariffs will exacerbate the economic hardship faced by Nigerians, who are already struggling to make ends meet. The NLC and other labour unions are calling on all Nigerians to join the boycott and protest, which will take place in major cities across the country.

They are also urging the federal government to intervene and reverse the tariff hike, which they describe as “anti-people” and “insensitive”.The labour unions have also threatened to embark

on a nationwide strike if the federal government fails to address their demands. They argue that the tariff hike is a clear indication of the government’s failure to protect the interests of Nigerians.

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