There is heavy security presence at the Unity Fountain, Abuja as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is about to commence its planned protest over some recently implemented policies by the Federal Government.
The protest which was slated to commence by 7am on Wednesday, 2nd August 2023, is about to commence at 8:17am.
Members of the NLC are present in large numbers with flags, placards and loudspeakers ready to commence the protest.
The group has since announced this protest, and after warnings and attempts by the FG to dissuade them, the protest is about to begin.
LEADING REPORTERS had earlier reported that the NLC could not resolve with the FG at the last scheduled meeting held on Friday 28 July 2023.
T
he meeting which ended in a deadlock had the leadership of the NLC, Joe Ajaero revealing that the FG wasn’t ready for a dialogue.
Folarin Kehinde is an Abuja-based journalist with over 5 years of experience in journalism. His work has earned him national and international recognition across various beats, including environment, health and politics.
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