The Federal Government of Nigeria has vowed to press ahead with its controversial deregulation policy after its weekly Federal Executive Council meeting today. The Minister for information, Mr. Labaran Maku accused labour leaders of creating more pains for Nigerians with the ongoing general strikes.
Meanwhile, today being the third day of the general mass protest called by Labour witnessed a large turnout all over as businesses were shut in most parts of the country. There was a large crowd at the Ojota Park, (Gani Freedom Park) where a lot of activists continue to demand for the reversal of the fuel price and prosecution of those involved in the ripping off of the nation.
Civil Servants defied the order of the Federal Government to resume work. The Secretariat was devoid of the usual hustle and bustle as workers continue to stand solidly with Labour.
PENGASSAN has declared that it is solidly behind NLC and TUC and reiterated that before the removal of fuel subsidy, some conditions must be met such as fixing of Refineries and building more, regular power supply,etc. They called on all Nigerians not to be weary and continue to support the NLC and TUC.
In Minna, Niger State, there were reports of of riots during the mass rallies and the State government has had to declare a 24 hour curfew in the state.
I would like to ask all Nigerians to ensure that violence is not resorted to during this mass rallies and implore the Government and Labour to find a swift solution to this impasse.
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