The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has put its planned nationwide protest on hold following a meeting with the federal government over the recent 50% increase in telecommunications tariffs.
During the meeting, led by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, both sides agreed to form a 10-member committee to reassess the tariff hike.
The committee, comprising equal representation from the government and the NLC, has two weeks to submit its report.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated that the review is committed to ensure fairness in telecom pricing.
NLC President, Joe Ajaero, affirmed that the union would decide on further action based on the committee’s findings.
Previously, the NLC had scheduled a mass rally for February 4, 2025, to oppose the tariff increase, citing concerns over its impact on Nigerians already struggling with inflation and rising living costs.
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