The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, of attempting to undermine the implementation of their agreement with the government regarding the removal of fuel subsidy. However, a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment’s Director of Information, Olajide Oshundun, refutes the allegation.

According to the statement, the allegation made by the NLC is baseless.

“We firmly deny this allegation, and we want it to be known that it has no basis,” the statement reads.

The statement also asserts that Minister Lalong has consistently given proper attention to various disputes brought to his attention since assuming office, with the intention of resolving them in a fair manner.

The ministry further states that multiple meetings have been held to address the issue with representatives from the conflicting parties, and the efforts are still ongoing.

The ministry emphasizes that it is incorrect to assume that Lalong is favoring any particular group during the negotiations.

“Members of the NURTW, the NLC, and the entire Labour movement can rest assured that the minister, as the Chief Conciliator, will continue to collaborate with all parties involved to ensure reconciliation, harmony, and industrial peace,” the ministry assures.