- NLC rejects the 50% telecom tariff hike.
- It threatens a telecom shutdown from March 1.
- Nigerians are urged to boycott major telecom providers.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly opposed the recent 50% increase in telecom tariffs by service providers, calling for an immediate reversal.
The union warned that failure to comply by February 29 would result in a nationwide shutdown of telecom operations starting March 1.
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Despite an agreement between the Federal Government, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and telecom companies, the NLC accused service providers of implementing the hike prematurely.
In response, the Congress has issued a series of directives aimed at resisting the increase.
Starting Thursday, February 13, workers and citizens are instructed to boycott MTN, Airtel, and Glo services daily from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM until the end of February.
Additionally, users are urged to suspend data purchases and mobilize public awareness through state councils and affiliated unions.
In a communique signed by NLC President Joe Ajaero and General Secretary Emma Ugboaja, the union condemned telecom firms for betraying trust and ignoring due process.
The Congress also criticized the government for failing to protect Nigerians from corporate exploitation.
Beyond the telecom issue, the NLC also reviewed the Tax Reform Bills and warned against any policies that could further strain Nigerian workers.
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While supporting fiscal reforms, the union pledged to fight for fair and worker-friendly taxation policies.
With the deadline fast approaching, the NLC has called on civil society groups and all Nigerians to join in the fight against what it described as exploitative economic policies. If demands are not met, a full-scale telecom shutdown will commence on March 1.
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