The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its affiliates and state councils to prepare for possible nationwide industrial action following unsuccessful negotiations with the Federal Government over workers’ welfare and economic demands.
The meeting, held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Federal Ministry of Labour in Abuja, ended without an agreement on several outstanding issues, including minimum wage renegotiation, petrol prices and workers’ welfare.
The labour union expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome, saying government representatives lacked the necessary authorisation to make binding commitments.
Among the NLC’s demands are a review of the national minimum wage, a reduction in petrol prices and the implementation of previously agreed measures aimed at easing economic hardship.
The union also raised concerns about unresolved agreements affecting public sector workers and outstanding allowances.
Will October 27 Talks Prevent a Nationwide Strike?
The Federal Government and organised labour are expected to reconvene on Tuesday, October 27, for further negotiations.
The NLC said the outcome would be reviewed by its leadership before any decision on nationwide industrial action.
Although the union has directed members to prepare for possible action, no official strike commencement date has been announced.
The renewed labour tensions come as Nigerian workers continue to face rising living costs and reduced purchasing power.
The outcome of the next meeting could determine whether negotiations continue or the dispute escalates into nationwide industrial action.
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