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NLC Calls for Federal Action as Petrol Prices Reach N1,500 per Litre
WHY IT MATTERS
The NLC’s demand signals urgent pressure on the government to address fuel inflation, which directly impacts the cost of living and the efficiency of Nigeria’s transport network.
What happened
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a formal demand for the federal government to intervene after petrol prices surged to N1,500 per litre in several states. The union’s statement, released early this morning, cites the steep rise as a direct threat to workers’ purchasing power and the broader economy.
In parallel, commuters on the Lagos‑Ibadan Expressway are facing an “endless gridlock,” with traffic snarls extending for miles and causing significant delays for daily travelers. The NLC’s call comes amid growing public frustration over the cost of fuel and its ripple effects on transportation, logistics, and everyday life.
The union’s appeal seeks immediate policy measures to curb the price spike and restore stability to the fuel market.
PRIMARY SOURCES
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