Protesters, led by President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Joe Ajaero, took over the National Assembly on Tuesday, the first day of the two-day protest to voice the concerns over the soaring cost of living in the country.
Heavy security measures were observed around the premises, particularly at the Federal Secretariat axis, to maintain order during the demonstration.
Despite warnings from various security agencies, including the Department of State Services (DSS), regarding potential disruptions and violence, the NLC proceeded with the protest, defying calls to reconsider their actions.
Last week, the DSS cautioned against exploiting the planned protests for nefarious purposes and advocated for dialogue and negotiation to address grievances rather than resorting to actions that could exacerbate tensions.
Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications at the DSS National Headquarters, Dr. Peter Afunanya, emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and urged the labour organizers to prioritize peaceful means of communication with the government.
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