Social commentator Mike Okhai discussed the actions and responsibilities of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) regarding their strike actions. Okhai highlighted the careful and lawful approach the NLC has taken in advocating for workers' rights and their strategic decisions in response to the government's inaction.
In a recent interview on TVC News, Okhai emphasized that the NLC is a responsible organization, well-versed in legal procedures. He pointed out that the Congress meticulously followed all necessary processes before resorting to a strike. This step-by-step approach underscores the NLC's commitment to due process and their efforts to exhaust all other avenues before taking industrial action.
When the government did not respond to their demands, the NLC escalated the situation to a strike, which Okhai sees as a justified final step. This strike was not an impulsive decision but rather the culmination of a series of ignored attempts to engage in dialogue and negotiation. The NLC's actions were, therefore, a measured response to the government's lack of responsiveness.
With the recent suspension of the strike, Okhai noted that the NLC has demonstrated flexibility and a willingness to allow more time for the government to address their concerns. However, he also stressed that the suspension is not an end to their demands. The NLC has clearly communicated that if the government fails to take the necessary actions within the given timeframe, they are prepared to resume the strike.
This readiness to return to industrial action, according to Okhai, should not be seen as a failure on the part of the NLC but rather a reflection of their steadfast commitment to advocating for workers' rights. The Congress has given ample warning and time for the government to act, and any future strikes would be a continuation of their lawful and strategic efforts to ensure their demands are met.
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Hear him: "Nigerian Labour Congress is responsible. They are not careless and they know the law as well. They followed all the processes and when nobody is listening or reacting, they followed it till the final stage which is the strike. And now that they have suspended the strike, if they come again now would you blame them?. They have said they have given them time and if nothing happen, they'll go back on strike again."
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