Aruga Joe Omokaro – Abuja

Intelligence report gathered by The SUPREME this night reveals that, senior police officers held a marathon strategic meeting at Force Headquarters Abuja, till about 11pm, brainstorming on how to curtail the nation wide strike announced by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), schedule to commence from today 3/6/24.

Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement this night at about 1 46am, says the police authority cautions the organised labour to shelve the strike, and return to negotiating table.

Perhaps acting on the outcome of the marathon meeting, Adejobi describes the proposed strike as illegal, and warned against break down of law and order.

His statement reads in part:
“The Nigeria Police Force while acknowledging the recent announcement by organized labour regarding the intention to embark on a nationwide strike action understanding the right of organized labour to engage in such actions to advocate for the interests of all workers, wishes to emphasize the importance of adherence to the existing laws governing such activities; and calls for caution to prevent a breakdown of law and order within the country.

In light of the Federal Government’s recent declaration that the planned strike is illegal and premature, the Nigeria Police Force views this action as a potential catalyst for increased tension and political instability.

The NPF hereby urges organized labour to proceed with the ongoing deliberations at the Tripartite Committee, which is focused on determining a new minimum wage, and shelve the planned strike as such decision is essential to prevent untold hardships on members of the public and maintain order and stability within our country.

The Nigeria Police Force assures the public that ample deployments have been made across the country to ensure that citizens can go about their lawful duties without hindrance. Therefore, all members of the public are encouraged to remain calm and continue with their lawful daily activities, while organized labour is urged to act responsibly and in accordance with the law, prioritizing dialogue and legal avenues to resolving the existing grievances.”

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