Plateau NLC threatens Assembly picket over proposed lawmakers’ pension bill
…Plans July 30 protest, demands withdrawal of legislation By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Plateau State has announced plans to picket the Plateau State House of Assembly on July 30 over a proposed bill seeking pension and retirement benefits for members of the legislature.
The NLC, alongside the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Plateau State, described the proposed legislation as self-serving and called for its immediate withdrawal.
Speaking at the briefing, the Chairman of the NLC in Plateau State, Comrade Eugene Manji, said organised labour would oppose any attempt to pass the bill, insisting that lawmakers should prioritise legislation aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.
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