The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has directed members working in the Thirty Local Government Areas, LGAs of the State to withdraw their services with effect from tomorrow.
The State Chairperson, Dr. Christopher Arapasopo gave the directive in a statement made available to newsmen in Osogbo.
Dr. Arapasopo explained that the Union had noticed the political uproar bringing agitations and fear among its members working within the Local Government Areas across the state.
While emphasizing that The NLC is apolitical, the state NLC Chairperson explained that the Union would not allow its members to work in an atmosphere of insecurity.
He urged all the political parties and their members to abide by the rule of law in order to avoid a descent to anarchy.
Dr. Arapasopo “we hereby direct all our members working in all the LGAs in Osun State to withdraw their services effective Monday, 17th February, 2025 by 12am (midnight)”.
Dr. Arapasopo emphasized that its members would not to return until their safety at work could be assured and guaranteed,in line with their constitutional right.
He called on security agencies to ensure the safety of lives and properties within Osun State Local Governments and the public.
The Osun NLC Chairperson retierated that the Union remained committed to defending the rights, welfare, and safety of all its members.
