Nigeria Labour Congress protests insecurity
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Dec 13, 2025 · Last updated Dec 16, 2025
The widespread insecurity in Nigeria, highlighted by the planned protest of the Nigeria Labour Congress, is damaging the economy and deterring both local and foreign investors. This situation creates significant uncertainty and negative sentiment for businesses operating in or considering investment in Nigeria.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced a nationwide protest on December 17 to draw attention to the escalating insecurity in Nigeria. NLC President Joe Ajaero stated that the protest aims to compel the Nigerian government to take decisive action against banditry, kidnappings, and violent crimes, which are severely impacting the economy and deterring investors. Ajaero emphasized that the insecurity affects all Nigerians, citing incidents like the killing of a teacher and kidnapping of children in Nigeria — Kebbi State. The NLC believes that the protest will reassure authorities of public support for firm action against criminals and called for collective resistance against kidnapping for ransom, which erodes national values. The NLC also urged the government to expand social safety nets, as the current minimum wage is insufficient to alleviate hardship.
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