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Organised Labour threatens nationwide disruption over emergency rule in Rivers State

The Organised Labour leaders have issued a strong warning to the Federal Government, demanding an immediate reversal of the state of emergency declared in Rivers State.

The unions cautioned that failure to rescind the decision within a reasonable timeframe could lead to widespread industrial action, which may severely impact economic activities nationwide.

In a t statement signed by the Rivers State Chairperson of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Alex Agwanwor; State Chairperson of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Ikechukwu Onyefuru; and Chairperson of the t Negotiation Council (JNC), Chuku Emecheta, the labour unions strongly condemned the declaration of emergency rule.

They described the move as unjustified, unconstitutional, and a threat to democracy.

The unions argued that the suspension of elected Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and of the Rivers State House of Assembly was not only premature but also politically motivated. According to them, these officials were freely elected by the people, and their removal outside constitutional provisions undermines the democratic process.


Economic and Legal Concerns
Labour leaders raised concerns over the legality of the federal government’s action, stating that it sets a dangerous precedent that could destabilise other states in the future. They warned that the move could lead to an erosion of democratic governance and discourage citizen participation in elections.

Additionally, the unions emphasised the economic repercussions of the state of emergency, citing its impact on local government workers, many of whom have not received their salaries since the crisis began.

The labour unions also noted that the emergency rule has created uncertainty for businesses and investors, discouraging economic activities in Rivers State. This, they said, is detrimental to the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR) and could lead to long-term economic stagnation.



Call for Reversal and Dialogue

While acknowledging the importance of maintaining law and order, the Organised Labour stressed that it must be done within the framework of the Nigerian Constitution. They urged the Federal Government to reconsider its decision, reinstate the suspended officials, and prioritise the welfare of Rivers State workers.

The statement specifically called on President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly, and the judiciary to intervene swiftly and ensure that democratic institutions are not undermined.

Threat of Industrial Action

The unions warned that they would mobilise workers for nationwide industrial action if their demands were not met. They also called on all workers in Rivers State to remain calm but vigilant, assuring them that they would take decisive steps to protect their rights.

Should the Federal Government fail to act within a reasonable timeframe, the labour leaders say they will be left with no choice but to embark on a series of actions that will have far-reaching consequences on national economic activities.

President Bola Tinubu, in a nationwide broadcast last week, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State following months of escalating political unrest and violence.

The declaration comes as a response to the deteriorating security situation in the state, which has seen a surge in clashes between rival political factions, leading to loss of lives and property.

As part of the emergency measures, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all of the Rivers State House of Assembly have been suspended for an initial period of six months.

To oversee the state during this period, President Tinubu appointed Vice iral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) as the military .

https://nairametrics.com/2025/03/25/organised-labour-threatens-nationwide-disruption-over-emergency-rule-in-rivers-state/

As expected.


But you know it is all talk no action, that's while tinubu keep getting away with all the impunities he is doing.

Wake up folks, your president doesn't mean well for you, he's all out to enrich himself and cronies.

Wake up organised labour unions, civil society and the likes.


Wake up folks.

Let it happen

Fake news

Shey na continuous protest or just a day protest, no need to protest if na just a day you want protest

helinues:
Fake news

Dreamer

Sunnyshinylight:



Dreamer

You just described yourself

helinues:


You just described yourself

Do you understand English?

Sunnyshinylight:


Do you understand English?

No, I only understand Egun. Sai tome?

helinues:


No, I only understand Egun. Sai tome?

No wonder you are so backward. Hey folks this guy is zop but he's backed.

Sunnyshinylight:


No wonder you are so backward. Hey folks this guy is zop but he's backed.

You could have written that in pidgin seh you know as you ended up saying nothing

helinues:


You could have written that in pidgin seh you know as you ended up saying nothing

Okay you didn't understand, I wasn't talking to you, I was announcing your title, hope you heard, hello egunnnnn

Toothless dogs

Sunnyshinylight:



Okay you didn't understand, I wasn't talking to you, I was announcing your title, hope you heard, hello egunnnnn

Where is the sense in what you wrote above?

helinues:


Where is the sense in what you wrote above?

Alright I will have to teach you again....

Do you understand what sense implies?

Where were they when unfortunate FUBARA refused to give lawmakers their salaries for over a year?

Labour must shut down the entire country—not just to reverse the emergency rule in Rivers State, but to defend democracy itself and crush godfatherism once and for all.

This is not just about one state; it is about whether Nigerians will ever be free from the grip of a corrupt elite that trades power like a family business. If we do not remove these kinks from the system now, our democracy will never grow.

Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is an insult to democracy—it is nothing but a politically motivated coup dressed as governance. If a governor can be removed this easily, then what stops them from dissolving any other elected office tomorrow?

Labour must go beyond threats. Shut everything down. Block the roads. Cripple the economy. Paralyze the government. Let them feel the weight of the people’s anger. If this blatant abuse of power stands, it sets a precedent that no election in Nigeria means anything anymore.

It’s time to make politicians able. If they sell out, rig, betray the people, or abuse power, they must know that the consequences will be immediate and severe. The people must be willing to fight.

The time for silence is over. The time for action is now. Enough is enough.

NLC wants to collect their share

Lol it's another cash out season for their leaders.

😆

Bring it on. Wahala don dey hungry me since last year.

Na now this one morning reach.

Let tell ourselves the truth, Organize labour are no longer effective after Adam oshomole left that position, what we have now are bunch of noise maker who make noise in the media but collect bribe behind close door

🤔Different warring parties that were not ready to find a common ground. Now they'll have to do what they were reluctant doing earlier.

yarimo:
Where were they when unfortunate FUBARA refused to give lawmakers their salaries for over a year?

The first course of action when Fubara comes back shud be to probe the financial spending of the released funds to the Sole . E get why

Sunnyshinylight:


https://nairametrics.com/2025/03/25/organised-labour-threatens-nationwide-disruption-over-emergency-rule-in-rivers-state/

Very bogus statement.
What is their definition of "within a reasonable timeframe"?

Stupidity ailments is spreading wide from Atiku and Obi

It's just spread to this greedy so call labour leader after receiving their package from Fubara. Their name speak louder than their speech BCS of their tribe. Money is everything

Meanwhile labour in Rivers are the greatest beneficiary of the emergency rule-made their salary possible. So which organise labour be this? SadEast?

Imagine they claiming too early

So that can turn to another NE of Boko and SE of terrorist Ipob, becos PDP and Buhari waisted time

Which organised labour?
They should just go and park one side and stop embarrassing themselves.
Shameless group.

Werey pipu

Asonaijaaso:
Labour must shut down the entire country—not just to reverse the emergency rule in Rivers State, but to defend democracy itself and crush godfatherism once and for all.

This is not just about one state; it is about whether Nigerians will ever be free from the grip of a corrupt elite that trades power like a family business. If we do not remove these kinks from the system now, our democracy will never grow.

Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is an insult to democracy—it is nothing but a politically motivated coup dressed as governance. If a governor can be removed this easily, then what stops them from dissolving any other elected office tomorrow?

Labour must go beyond threats. Shut everything down. Block the roads. Cripple the economy. Paralyze the government. Let them feel the weight of the people’s anger. If this blatant abuse of power stands, it sets a precedent that no election in Nigeria means anything anymore.

It’s time to make politicians able. If they sell out, rig, betray the people, or abuse power, they must know that the consequences will be immediate and severe. The people must be willing to fight.

The time for silence is over. The time for action is now. Enough is enough.

You dey believe the incompetents called labour?

Why this emergency rule pain ibo people like this?

Indigenous Rivers people are even good with the decision but people that traveled from Anambra come dey carry am for head like gala 🤣🤣🤣

Kewtt:


You dey believe the incompetents called labour?

anyone believing the labor congress needs to visit a brain surgeon

Sunnyshinylight:
As expected.


But you know it is all talk no action, that's while tinubu keep getting away with all the impunities he is doing.

Wake up folks, your president doesn't mean well for you, he's all out to enrich himself and cronies.

Wake up organised labour unions, civil society and the likes.


Wake up folks.

LP quack online lawyer, go and stand in front of soldiers in Rivers State to protest, Vice iral Ibas is waiting for you. Bitter losers

They are not serious ...

Wetin concern them as pressure group...is the salary and allowances of the State workers affected

Is organised Labour and opposition party

Na wa for organised Labour o