The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vehemently denounced the recent increase in electricity tariffs for Band A customers, which surged from N206.80/kWh to N209.5/kWh.
This action has been labeled as a “blatant display of deceit and heartlessness.” The NLC is demanding an immediate rollback of the tariff hike, highlighting the government’s broken promise to lower the rates.
The NLC argues that the tariff hike is indefensible, unreasonable, and malevolent, predicting it will further cripple the economy. NLC President Joe Ajaero has implored both the government and electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to cease their harmful impact on the people and the economy.
Furthermore, the NLC has accused the government of duplicity and callousness, describing the tariff increase as the pinnacle of impunity and arrogance. The union has demanded a reversal of the hike, referencing the previous 250% increase that sparked widespread outrage among citizens and the labor movement.
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The NLC has been outspoken in its resistance to the tariff increase, urging the government to act immediately to rescind the decision. The union has also condemned the government for not fulfilling its promise to lower the tariffs and has called for a more viable solution to the ongoing energy crisis.
