The Labour Party has expressed support for the indefinite strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to press home their demands for better working conditions.
Lagos Reporters reports that the party said it is in total support of any legitimate means to be deployed by Nigerian workers to press for better working conditions.
The strike is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, October 3rd, and will continue until the government addresses the workers’ demands.
The workers are demanding an increase in the minimum wage, a reduction in the prices of goods and services, and an improvement in working conditions.
The Labour Party has accused the government of indifference, insensitivity, intransigence, and recalcitrant posture towards the genuine demands of the Labour bodies.
The party also said that the government is punishing Nigerian workers for taking a stand during the February 25 Presidential Election.
The Labour Party has urged all its members and supporters to stock their homes with their necessary needs ahead of a long-drawn mass action until victory is ascertained.