Ekiti Strike: We’re ready for negotiations, says NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress, Ekiti State, has said it is prepared to enter into negotiations with the government if the latter is willing.

It also accused the government of insensitivity, as it had shown little interest meeting with the labour leaders.

Labour commenced an indefinite strike on Wednesday to demand the payment of the December 2015 deductions amounting to N512million.

The chairman of NLC in the state, Raymond Adesanmi, told PREMIUM TIMES that although the unions were willing to negotiate with government, there was no sign that the government was forthcoming.

“If they call us, we will negotiate with the government. We are ready to negotiate, but as I speak to you they are not ready,” Mr. Adesanmi said.

“For us we are at peace. We will continue our strike which is very effective with the full compliance of members.”

He explained that the government arranged for a meeting with labour earlier on Friday, but called it of.

“The government slated a meeting with us, and they also canceled it, citing unforeseen circumstances. I don’t know if there is anything unforeseen in Ekiti right now,” Mr. Adesanmi said.