Nation Wide Strike Looms: NLC Vows Nationwide Strike Over Planned Electricity Tariff Hike

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a strong warning against the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) over its ongoing reclassification of electricity consumers, describing it as a deceptive move to impose higher tariffs. In a communiqué signed by General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja, the NLC rejected what it called the “forceful migration” of consumers from lower bands to Band A, which attracts higher electricity rates.

The labour union accused the government of systematic exploitation, stating that the Ministry of Power’s endorsement of the reclassification amounts to economic violence against the working class. According to the communiqué, the ruling elite is deliberately worsening the plight of Nigerians through continuous tariff hikes, new taxes, and harsh economic policies.
The NLC has vowed fierce resistance against any further electricity tariff hike, warning that it is ready to mobilize for a nationwide protest if the government and NERC proceed with the planned increase.

This comes amid rising concerns over the increasing cost of electricity, with many Nigerians already struggling under severe economic hardships.

source: reportafrique.com

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