Confusion as FCT labour unions split over strike, TUC pulls out - Daily Post Nigeria

Author: Matthew AtungwuPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: Nigeria
Society & Lifestyle
Confusion as FCT labour unions split over strike, TUC pulls out - Daily Post Nigeria

The organized labour movement in the Federal Capital Territory has been sharply divided over the indefinite strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The NLC ordered workers in the FCTA, including private sector workers, to strike starting Wednesday due to unresolved disputes with the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT). The Trade Union Congress (TUC) rejected the strike, instructing members to report to work, while the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) supported the strike, leading to a split among unions. The TUC criticized the NLC's unilateral decision and urged members to continue their duties, emphasizing a strategic approach to workers' welfare and education.

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