The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the proposed petrol price hike, arguing it will worsen economic hardship in Nigeria and urging the government to seek alternative solutions.
The Nigeria Labour Congress plans a two-day protest over soaring inflation and declining wages, demanding government action to alleviate the economic strain faced by millions of Nigerian workers.
South Africa and several African governments are pursuing fuel supply contracts with Dangote Refinery as the Middle East war disrupts traditional supply routes from the Persian Gulf.