NLC Strike Causes Electricity Power Failure in Abuja

nairamatter September 05, 2023

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Here are the news summary about the power outage caused by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) strike and the response from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC):

Impact of NLC Strike on Power Supply:

1. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) initiated a two-day strike.

2. The strike has caused a power outage in Abuja.

3. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) issued a statement acknowledging the general power outage and apologized for any inconvenience to residents.

AEDC's Response:

4. AEDC management advised Abuja residents to find ways to manage the power outage until it is restored.

5. They recommended unplugging sensitive electronic devices and appliances to prevent damage once power is restored.

6. AEDC pledged to provide updates on the strike's impact on their operations through official social media channels.

Background on NLC Strike:

7. The NLC initiated the two-day warning strike due to the government's failure to engage with organized labor on addressing the effects of fuel subsidy removal on the "poor masses."

8. The strike also addresses other issues, including police actions at the National Union of Road Transport Workers' headquarters, worker rights exploitation in Imo state, interference in trade union matters by the Abia State government, and proposed demolitions by the Federal Capital Territory's new minister, Nyesom Wike.

The NLC strike has led to a power outage in Abuja, and the AEDC has advised residents to take precautions while pledging to keep them updated on the situation. The strike addresses various issues beyond just the fuel subsidy removal, as mentioned in the NLC's communique.