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NLC Threatens Strike Over Grid Collapse as Power Instability Deepens

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The Nigeria Labour Congress has warned of nationwide industrial action as NLC threatens strike over grid collapse following repeated failures of the national power grid. Labour leaders argue that persistent instability reflects structural weaknesses in the post-privatisation framework, raising concerns about economic productivity, worker welfare and Nigeria’s fragile energy infrastructure....

Voice Vote Ruling Triggers House Walkout in Electoral Act Showdown

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A House rowdy session over Electoral Act rescission erupted on Tuesday after Speaker Tajudeen Abbas ruled in favour of reversing the amendment bill during a disputed voice vote. The ruling triggered protests, a walkout and a closed-door session, intensifying tensions over Clause 60(3) and the 2027 election timetable....

NASS Protest Return Escalates Pressure on Clause 60(3) Negotiators

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Protesters returned to the National Assembly on Monday as the NASS protest return over real-time transmission intensified pressure on lawmakers negotiating Clause 60(3) of the Electoral Act amendment. Civil society groups demanded mandatory real-time upload of election results, directly challenging senators who removed the phrase from the harmonised draft ahead of 2027....

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