By : Our Correspondent
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in Kebbi State has come under criticism for its response to concerns about the state government's inability to fulfill its minimum wage promises to teachers and local government workers. The PDP in Kebbi State has questioned the NLC's stance, accusing it of deviating from its core values of protecting workers' interests.
In a press statement, the PDP noted that the NLC's response to the opposition party's concerns was unclear and seemed to be more focused on praising the state government's leadership rather than addressing the plight of workers. The statement pointed out that the NLC's actions were akin to "clapping with one hand" and questioned whether the organization was truly committed to protecting workers' interests.
The PDP also raised several questions about the NLC's stance on various issues affecting workers in Kebbi State, including the poor condition of schools, inadequate funding for hospitals, and the withholding of salaries for workers perceived to be sympathetic to opposition parties.
Furthermore, the PDP criticized the NLC for its perceived partisanship, noting that the organization had participated in political rallies and directed workers to vote for the APC in the 2023 elections. The statement accused the NLC of compromising its integrity as a trade union and urged it to reconsider its stance.
In conclusion, the PDP reminded the NLC leadership that its actions were being closely watched and that it should "think twice and tread softly" in its dealings with workers and the state government. According to reports, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, had announced plans to implement a minimum wage of N70,000 for civil servants , while also signing into law a N75,000 minimum wage for state workers . However, the PDP's statement suggests that the implementation of these measures has been flawed, with workers still facing significant challenges.
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