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Labor to FG: Reverse electricity tariff hike or face industrial action

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Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have jointly demanded that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) revoke its recent electricity tariff increase before May 12, 2024. Failure to comply, they warn, will prompt unprecedented industrial action.

In a letter addressed to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NERC, dated May 3, 2024, and copied to key government officials and electricity distribution companies, the presidents of NLC and TUC expressed outrage over the tariff hike, labeling it as exploitative and unjust. They argued that the increase, from N65/kWh to N225/kWh, imposes undue hardship on Nigerians amidst existing economic challenges.

The unions accused NERC of neglecting its regulatory duties and siding with electricity companies at the expense of consumers' rights. They demanded an immediate reversal of the tariff hike, cessation of discriminatory practices in tariff application, and adherence to statutory obligations.

Warning of swift action if their demands are not met, the unions vowed to mobilize members and occupy NERC offices and those of distribution companies nationwide until justice is served.

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