CRC Rivers State Joins Labour March to Protest Soaring Cost of Living

“Massive Turnout as CRC Rivers State Joins Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress Protest Against Escalating Cost of Living”

In a powerful display of solidarity and concern, the Civil Rights Council (CRC) of Rivers State joined forces with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in a resounding protest against the surging cost of living that has been gripping the nation. The protest, held on the 2nd of August 2023, in the bustling city of Port Harcourt, witnessed an overwhelming participation of impassioned youths and civil society organizations, collectively calling for urgent action to alleviate the economic hardships faced by Nigerian citizens.

The collaborative demonstration was a bold response to the persistent rise in the cost of essential commodities, largely driven by the recent fuel price escalation. The Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, representing the interests of workers and various sectors, respectively, took the lead in orchestrating the protest, aiming to draw the government’s attention to the dire economic situation.

The event unfolded as concerned citizens, holding placards adorned with poignant messages, marched from the NCL Secretariat in Igbukwu Street DLine in Por Harcourt, through Aba Road to the Government House. Chants of solidarity and demands for fair economic policies underscores their unity and resolve.

The participation of the Civil Rights Council of Rivers State, led by the National Coordinator CRC, Barr Arochukwu Paul Ogbonna, brought an additional layer of advocacy to the demonstration. Their inclusion signified the collective determination of civil rights organizations to hold the government accountable and ensure that the welfare of the people remains a top priority.

The event’s significance was further underscored by the substantial presence of agitated Nigerians who fervently voiced their grievances and aspirations for a more affordable and equitable standard of living. This youth-led engagement highlighted the depth of concern among the future generation and their active role in shaping the nation’s socio-economic landscape.

The protest encapsulated the urgency and seriousness of the current economic challenges, as articulated by the participating organizations. The united stance of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, and the Civil Rights Council of Rivers State, supported by a multitude of concerned youths and civil society groups, sends a clear and resounding message to the government that immediate measures are imperative to alleviate the burden on citizens and ensure a sustainable and just economic environment.