- The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared its readiness to mobilize workers against state governors who prioritize anti-labour policies or neglect employee welfare.
- Acting General Secretary Benson Upah emphasized that workers are increasingly aware of their electoral power and intend to use their numbers to vote out hostile administrations.
- The warning follows widespread frustration over delayed minimum wage implementation, unpaid pensions, and the rising cost of living across several states.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to state governors, stating that those perceived as hostile to workers’ interests will be voted out during the 2027 general elections.
Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking in Abuja on Thursday, the Acting General Secretary of the NLC, Benson Upah, asserted that the union is prepared to translate its numerical strength into political action against any administration that undermines labour welfare.
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He noted that workers across the country have become more conscious of their electoral influence and will no longer support leaders who fail to prioritize their needs.
Upah specifically highlighted that governors who engage in mass retrenchment, delay salary payments, or refuse to implement national labour agreements, such as the new minimum wage, should expect a backlash at the polls.
According to him, “non-worker-friendly governors will be voted out by workers if votes are allowed to count.”
Conversely, he assured that governors who consistently support worker-friendly initiatives have nothing to fear, regardless of their political party affiliation.
This declaration comes amid heightened tensions between organized labour and various state governments over the slow implementation of economic relief measures.
Despite increased federal allocations to states following recent fiscal reforms, many civil servants are still struggling with unpaid wage awards and rising inflation.
The NLC’s shift toward a more explicit political posture suggests a strategic attempt to hold state executives accountable as the 2027 election cycle approaches.
