The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) decided to halt its two-day nationwide protest after successfully achieving its primary objectives on the inaugural day, as stated in a communique following the conclusion of its National Executive Council meeting on Tuesday night.
The protest, initially triggered by concerns over rising inflation, food inflation, a forex crisis, economic hardships, and increased living costs linked to the removal of the petrol subsidy, saw widespread participation across the country.
Despite last-minute talks with the Presidency on Monday night, the deadlock persisted, and the NLC proceeded with the planned demonstration on Tuesday.
Labour leader Joe Ajaero emphasized that the protest aimed to address not only a call for a minimum wage review but also the pressing issue of hunger.
The suspension of street action for the second day was announced in the late Tuesday communique, citing the accomplishment of key objectives during the initial day of the protest.
While nationwide activities continued on the following day with simultaneous Press Conferences organized by state Councils of the Congress, the NLC extended its 7-day ultimatum by an additional 7 days, setting a new deadline of March 13, 2024.
The government is expected to implement the agreements from October 2, 2023, and address other demands outlined in the letter submitted during the nationwide protest on Tuesday.