The National Assembly has commenced a critical mediation meeting to resolve the ongoing conflict between the Federal Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC).
According to a statement jointly signed by Senate Spokesman Senator Yemi Adaramodu and House Spokesman Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., the mediation, led by key figures in the National Assembly, includes Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio, House Speaker Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, Deputy Senate President Senator Jibrin Barau, Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, House Leader Rep. Julius Ihonvbere, and the Chairmen of the Senate and House Committees on Labour, Employment and Productivity, Senator Diket Plang and Rep. Gboyega Adefarati, respectively, among other legislators.
The Federal Government delegation is represented by: Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite Minister of Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alh. Mohammed Idris Malagi Head of Service, Mrs. Folasade Yemi-Esan
Representing Organized Labour are NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero, TUC President Comrade Festus Osifo, and other labour leaders.
The 10th National Assembly remains committed to addressing pressing national issues, ensuring that the concerns of all stakeholders are addressed in the nation’s best interest.
