NLC Transition Committee Demands Julius Abure’s Resignation at Labour Party Headquarters

In a bold move on Tuesday, members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) national transition committee stormed the Labour Party headquarters in Abuja, demanding the immediate resignation of National Chairman Julius Abure. The call for his resignation stems from claims that Abure’s tenure as the party’s chairman has expired.

Transition Committee Led by Aduwaheed Omar

The protest, spearheaded by the Acting Chairman of the transition committee, Aduwaheed Omar, saw members of the labour union chanting solidarity songs and insisting on Abure stepping down. Omar led the group to the secretariat, where they made their demands clear.

NLC Protest at Labour Party hq Abuja

Protest at Labour Party Headquarters

Upon the arrival of the transition committee at the Labour Party headquarters, security officials promptly shut the gates. Despite this, the protesters attempted to force their way into the premises, leading to a tense standoff.

Police Intervention and Use of Teargas

The situation escalated when police officers deployed teargas to disperse the protesters who were determined to gain entry. The protesters, undeterred, continued to demand that the gates be opened

Written by Boom RadioNG