The Nigerian Police Force, NPF, has described the nationwide strike of the Organised Labour Union has a way of increasing tension and political instability in the country, stating that the workers need to obey the existing laws governing such activities.
The security agency made this known in a statement released by its Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who said the force has deployed his personnel to maintain peace and order across the country
It should be noted that the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, and other Labour groups decided to proceed with the strike after failing to reach an agreement with the federal government regarding the minimum wage.
The strike which begins across the country today, June 3, has been predicted to have negative consequences on the economy as many private and public agencies will be shut down and make life more difficult for Nigerians.
Therefore, while reacting to the development, ” the Nigeria Police Force views this action as a potential catalyst for increased tension and political instability. “
The force also urged the ” 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 a decision is essential to prevent untold hardships on members of the public and maintain order and stability within our country. “
Speaking further, the Police assured Nigerians that many security operatives will be available to maintain peace across the country, therefore, they should proceed with their daily activities.
” 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.
” 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, ” the statement read.
