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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed its members to stage protests on May 1, 2026, over the non-implementation of the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act in some states.
NLC General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja issued this directive in a statement titled “Observe 2026 May Day on the Streets if the National Minimum Wage Act has not been fully implemented in your state”, which was released on Friday.
“Workers are to assemble at labour houses, union secretariats or public squares by 7:00 a.m. on May 1, 2026,” he said.
“From there, they are to embark on peaceful and organised street processions across state capitals. The processions are to terminate at State Government Houses, Houses of Assembly, or offices of Heads of Service.”
Ugboaja said the union will not hold indoor ceremonies or official receptions in states where the new wage had not been fully implemented on May Day. According to him, the protest is necessary because of the alleged violations of the law by some state governments.
He emphasised the importance of implementing the minimum wage law and related adjustments.
The NLC General Secretary warned that any state council chairperson who failed to comply with the directive would face disciplinary action.
He urged workers to remain peaceful, united and resolute in all activities marking the 2026 May Day celebration.
