By Njoku Chijioke
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has announced a nationwide rally on February 4, 2025, to protest the 50% increase in telecom tariffs approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).
In a communique issued after its National Administrative Council meeting in Abuja, NLC President Joe Ajaero condemned the hike, calling it harsh and unfair to Nigerians already grappling with high fuel prices, rising food costs, increased electricity tariffs, and inflation.
“The rally will serve as a warning against imposing such an unfair increase on a struggling population,” Ajaero stated, urging the federal government, NCC, and National Assembly to engage in meaningful dialogue to reconsider the hike.
The NLC has directed its affiliates and state councils to begin mobilization, calling on workers, the informal sector, and the general public to resist the tariff increase.
The NCC justified the adjustment, citing rising operational costs and the need for industry sustainability. However, critics argue that the hike will further burden already struggling Nigerians.
