TUC Protests At Finance Ministry Over Unpaid Allowances.
Members of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have taken to the streets, picketing the Federal Ministry of Finance over unpaid allowance arrears and other emoluments. The protesters, clad in red T-shirts, have effectively shut down the ministry’s operations by locking the gates and preventing vehicles from entering or exiting the premises.
Although the protesters have not spoken to the media, the placards on display suggest that the issues at hand are allowance arrears and other outstanding emoluments. According to sources, the workers are owed a substantial amount, reportedly N1.2 billion, which has been pending for some time. Despite repeated pleas to the minister, the workers claim that their concerns have fallen on deaf ears..
The protest highlights the growing frustration among workers over unpaid allowances and emoluments. The TUC’s actions demonstrate their determination to have their voices heard and demands met. With the ministry’s gates locked and operations grinding to a halt, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the workers’ demands.
The protest underscores the need for a resolution to the longstanding issue of unpaid allowances. The workers’ pleas for payment have been met with silence, prompting them to take drastic action. As the situation stands, it is unclear when the workers will call off their protest and return to work.
Similar protests have been staged in the past, with workers demanding payment of outstanding allowances and improved working conditions. The TUC’s actions are a testament to their commitment to protecting workers’ rights and ensuring that their demands are met.