Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.4.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.

# Socialist Labour NG

Join the resistance

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [CATALOGUE OF LOOTING & BRIGANDAGE IN NIGERIA - THE MAIN SUBSIDIES ARE FOR THE RICH](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/catalogue-of-looting-brigandage-in-nigeria-the-main-subsidies-are-for-the-rich/) - This article indicates the mass of income that Federal Governments have not bothered to collect. This forms a massive subsidy for the corrupt elite.
- [Fight and Win! The Way Forward For JOHESU](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fight-and-win-the-way-forward-for-johesu/) - The success of any strike depends on the active involvement of all the members of the trade union. If all members are actively involved in building public support, then they are more likely to gain confidence and the strike is more likely to be successful. But if members remain at home, the collective strength of The success of any strike depends on the active involvement of all the members of the trade union. If all members are actively involved in building public support, then they are more likely to gain confidence and the strike is more likely to be successful. But if members remain at home, the collective strength of
- [Banning of Trade Union Organisation in Certain Government Departments and Services](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/banning-of-trade-union-organisation-in-certain-government-departments-and-services/) - There are a number of public sector organisations where the workers are denied the fundamental human right to join and organise in trade unions. These include the security services including the armed services, police, DSS, EFCC, IPCC, Federal Road Safety etc, but also other organisations that previously had this right including the Customs and Excise There are a number of public sector organisations where the workers are denied the fundamental human right to join and organise in trade unions. These include the security services including the armed services, police, DSS, EFCC, IPCC, Federal Road Safety etc, but also other organisations that previously had this right including the Customs and Excise
- [Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/africa-elections-everywhere-democracy-nowhere/) - By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens a genuine voice but rather to satisfy formal requirements valued by the international community. This reality has created fertile ground for a wave of civilian coups—conditions that, in turn, invite military takeovers. Ivory Coast, Cameroon, and Tanzania in October, and By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens a genuine voice but rather to satisfy formal requirements valued by the international community. This reality has created fertile ground for a wave of civilian coups—conditions that, in turn, invite military takeovers. Ivory Coast, Cameroon, and Tanzania in October, and
- [Breakdown of the liberal international order](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/breakdown-of-the-liberal-international-order/) - Amina Usman We face intensifying inter-imperialist rivalry as the ‘liberal international order’ breaks down under pressure from the relative economic decline of the US. As a result, we see greater rivalry between both imperialist and regional powers. This competition is made worse by the declining rate of profit and a deepening ecological crisis. The US-led
- [Fight and Win! The Way Forward For JOHESU](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fight-and-win-the-way-forward-for-johesu-2/) - This audio serves as a strategic roadmap for the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) to achieve victory through proactive mobilization and mass action. The Socialist Labour argues that a successful strike requires more than just staying home; it demands visible collective strength through large-scale rallies, picketing, and deep engagement with the public to pressure the
- [Reform of Nigerian Tax Laws](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/reform-of-nigerian-tax-laws/) - Introduction Taxes are meant to fund public services like healthcare and education, and to reduce inequality. The rich in Nigeria pay very low, if any, taxes, especially when compared to other countries. This is one of the reasons that we suffer from very poor public services and very high inequality. The 2025 Tax Laws will
- [YOUR ENEMY'S ENEMY IS NOT NECESSARILY YOUR FRIEND](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/your-enemys-enemy-is-not-necessarily-your-friend/) - American ruling class interests are different from the interests of Nigerian workers (of diverse religions, ethnicity, genders, age, ideology etc). We want an end to insecurity from armed militant jihadists, bandits, kidnappers, unknown gunmen and all other armed non-state actors. We also need an end to the economic insecurity we suffer. Trump and the US
- [YOUR ENEMY'S ENEMY IS NOT NECESSARILY YOUR FRIEND](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/your-enemys-enemy-is-not-necessarily-your-friend-2/) - US bombs in Nigeria don’t protect us—they protect American capital. They serve foreign policy goals, not Nigerian workers. Any short-term “help” comes with a heavy future price.
- [Solidarity with the health workers: Strike to End Public Health Collapse!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-with-the-health-workers-strike-to-end-public-health-collapse/) - The public health system is at breaking point. For nearly a month, resident doctors under the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) were on a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike. Their 19-point demands address long-standing issues: tackling the brain drain, upgrading infrastructure and medical equipment, and securing fair welfare and allowances. From the middle of
- [Healthcare in Crisis: Standing with JOHESU for Justice and Survival](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/healthcare-in-crisis-standing-with-johesu-for-justice-and-survival/) - 9th January, 2026 The ongoing strike by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) is not only justified but urgently necessary. For years, health workers have endured neglect, broken promises, and unfair treatment from successive governments. Their demands __ ranging from the adjustment of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (COHESS), payment of promotion arrears, settlement of
- [EVOLUTION OF LABOUR RIGHTS IN NIGERIA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/evolution-of-labour-rights-in-nigeria/) - By Femi Aborisade Being a paper delivered at the 20th Post humous Anniversary of Pa Michael Imoudu held on 2/12/25. An examination of the evolution of labour rights in Nigeria is a call to interrogate the history of the plight of the working class under different phases of capitalist work relations - the colonial, post-colonial,
- [The JOHESU Strike Must be Extended!!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-johesu-strike-must-be-extended/) - 4th January, 2026 JOHESU members have made great sacrifices during their strike since the middle of November. The strike must continue and also be extended! The promised extension of the strike to state level workers must be implemented. The NLC protests of 17th December begin to show the wider solidarity that may be possible! To
- [No Hope for Us from the Federal Budget!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/no-hope-for-us-from-the-federal-budget/) - Introduction Nigeria’s economy is projected to continue growing __ around 4% in 2025 and 2026, according to the IMF. On paper, this looks encouraging. Growth rates are higher than those of the US and Europe, though slightly below the sub-Saharan African average. Yet for ordinary Nigerians, this growth is not translating into better living conditions.
- [We need a Cost of Living Allowance Now!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-a-cost-of-living-allowance-now/) - 17th December, 2025 In addition to solidarity with the health sector strikes and funding of education, we need the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to demand a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) now! No one can afford to live on N70,000 a month. We all need a living wage. Back in September, the NLC admitted that,
- [We Need a Comprehensive Approach to All forms of Insecurity](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-a-comprehensive-approach-to-all-forms-of-insecurity/) - Tina Nkeche For most people, physical security may be only a small part of the insecurity that they suffer every day – the main concerns for most people are how to get enough money for food, education, healthcare and the other essentials of life. Not only are these threats usually more common than the direct
- [What Do We Mean When We Say That Socialism is the Self-Emancipation of the Working Class?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-do-we-mean-when-we-say-that-socialism-is-the-self-emancipation-of-the-working-class/) - Alex Batubo In “About Us” on the Socialist Labour website - https://socialistlabour.com.ng/about-us/ - we quote Karl Marx as saying: “the emancipation of the working class must be the act of the working class itself” from his preface to the famous Communist Manifesto. One aspect of this phrase is the need for socialism to dismantle the
- [Unity Across All Healthcare Workers Essential to Win Adequate Public Funding for Health](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unity-across-all-healthcare-workers-essential-to-win-adequate-public-funding-for-health-2/) - By any measure, public health care spending in Nigeria is frighteningly low. We now need increased unity across the sector to address this emergency. Without this unity, perhaps a million people will continue to die unnecessarily each year.We need a massive campaign uniting all trade unions and associations in the health sector to force the
- [Unity Across All Healthcare Workers Essential to Win Adequate Public Funding for Health](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unity-across-all-healthcare-workers-essential-to-win-adequate-public-funding-for-health/) - 11th December,2025 By any measure, public heaIth care spending in Nigeria is frighteningly low. We now need increased unity across the sector to address this emergency. Without this unity, perhaps a million people will continue to die unnecessarily each year. We need a massive campaign uniting all trade unions and associations in the health sector
- [Differences Between Wike and Yerima](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/differences-between-wike-and-yerima/) - Kenneth Kumater Katsina When a government minister and a naval officer faced off on an empty plot of land in Abuja, the public chose a side. This article challenges that verdict. It argues that in cheering for the lieutenant, we are dangerously romanticizing a military that has shown contempt for the very citizens it now
- [The Resident Doctors' Strike is a Call to End Nigeria's Public Health Disaster](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-resident-doctors-strike-is-a-call-to-end-nigerias-public-health-disaster/) - For years, the Nigerian governments have failed to adequately fund public health. The cost of this failure is very real for most people -- we all know people who have lost their lives due to poor health and treatment. The statistics also show this failure. 2021 is the year for which we have the most
- [Mass Protest and Union Power: the Path to Real Change](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/mass-protest-and-union-power-the-path-to-real-change/) - Download with the link below: https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1106-01-1762422584546-1762425314.mp4
- [Union Power and Mass Protest: the Path to Real Change](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/union-power-and-mass-protest-the-path-to-real-change/) - The events of Monday, 20th October, revealed a growing wave of public frustration across Nigeria. In the Southeast, a near-total shutdown in five states signalled deep anger over hunger, repression, and the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. Meanwhile, in Abuja, a small but brave protest organized by Sowore and Take It Back was met with
- [Aging Tyrants and Africa’s Future: Biya and Ouattara - the Failure of Reform](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/aging-tyrants-and-africas-future-biya-and-ouattara-the-failure-of-reform/) - By Baba Lawan Protests over elections in Douala, Cameroon What does it say about democracy when people continue to re-elect men who have long outlived his political prime? The recent claimed electoral victories of Paul Biya, Cameroon’s 92-year-old president, and Alassane Ouattara, the 83-year-old president of Cote d’Ivoire are not just further chapters in their long
- [Lessons from the Uprising in Madagascar](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/lessons-from-the-uprising-in-madagascar/) - The successful uprising in Madagascar to remove the national president should give confidence and inspiration to all socialists. This is just one example of the multiple popular uprisings that are taking place across the world. The symbol adopted by the protesters in Madagascar is the pirate flag, taken from a Japanese comic strip and used
- [SOCIALIST LABOUR SUPPORTS ASUU WARNING STRIKE! Our Universities Are Dying, ASUU Is Fighting to Revive Them.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-supports-asuu-warning-strike-our-universities-are-dying-asuu-is-fighting-to-revive-them/) - Socialist Labour supports the ASUU’s warning strike for the revival of Nigerian Universities. There are 300 universities in Nigeria with 74 Federal universities, 67 State universities and 156 private Universities. The public universities (74 Federal and 67 State) universities have 2.079 million (94.5%) of the 2.2 million university students in Nigeria. The 156 private universities
- [Adieu Aremson, Professor of Struggle](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/adieu-aremson-professor-of-struggle/) - By Femi Aborisade Professor of Struggle is the name with which I saved the name of Aremson in my telephone contacts' list. It is my belief that if titles were awarded for the degree of individual immersion into mass actions and emancipatory struggles of the working masses, our Aremson is eminently qualified to be awarded
- [HOW PROSCRIPTION OF TRADE UNIONS WAS FOUGHT UNDER MILITARY AND CIVILIAN REGIMES IN NIGERIA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-proscription-of-trade-unions-was-fought-under-military-and-civilian-regimes-in-nigeria/) - BY FEMI FALANA SAN A fortnight ago, a group asked me to recuse myself from defending the National Union of Petroleum and Gas Workers (NUPENG). Others called me names for pointing out that the Trade Union Act has imposed a duty on employers to accord recognition to all registered trade unions and respect the right
- [We Need Robust United Trade Union Action to Win Our Education & Health Rights](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-robust-united-trade-union-action-to-win-our-education-health-rights-2/) - Download with the link below: https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1002-01_1759392573346.mp4
- [We Need Robust United Trade Union Action to Win Our Education & Health Rights](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-robust-united-trade-union-action-to-win-our-education-health-rights/) - The Nigerian Constitution is clear and explicit, the government is to “provide free compulsory and universal primary education”, continued with free university education. The government is also to provide “adequate medical and health facilities for all persons”. But we all know that these rights will only be won with robust and united action by all
- [Nigeria at 65: For Whom Is the Celebration?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nigeria-at-65-for-whom-is-the-celebration/) - By Lawan Musa (Baba Lawan ) As Nigeria marks 65 years of formal independence, the question nobody asks—yet everyone feels—is: Who is this day for? For the political class, the oligarchs, the elites, Independence Day is a spectacle of pageantry, a stage for speeches and pomp. For the millions of ordinary Nigerians — the farmers,
- [AUTOMATIC MEMBERSHIP OF TRADE UNIONS FOR WORKERS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/automatic-membership-of-trade-unions-for-workers/) - (Being the paper presented by Femi Falana SAN at the National Webinar on Abuse of Market Dominance and Unfair Labour Practices held by FCCPC, in collaboration with Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos on Monday 15th Sept., 2025) . INTRODUCTION A few days ago, the National Union of Petroleum and Gas Workers (NUPENG)
- [DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRIAL GROWTH, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND JOB SECURITY IN THE PRECISION ELECTRICAL AND RELATED EQUIPMENT SECTOR OF THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/developing-sustainable-industrial-growth-economic-development-and-job-security-in-the-precision-electrical-and-related-equipment-sector-of-the-nigerian-economy/) - By Femi Aborisade Introduction I thank the leadership of PERESSA for inviting me as a Special Guest/Speaker at the Association’s 1st quadrennial and 9th national triennial delegates conference. It is a rare privilege to have the opportunity for exchange of ideas that may influence our action which may direct or shape the future in the
- [SOCIALIST LABOUR CALLS FOR MASS SUPPORT OF THE NUPENG STRIKE AGAINST DANGOTE GROUP.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-calls-for-mass-support-of-the-nupeng-strike-against-dangote-group/) - Socialist labour stands in solidarity with the Nupeng Strike against the Dangote Group of Companies. We call on Nigerian workers, students, youths, women and civil society groups to join Nupeng in its fight to stop Dangote Group from reducing its CNG tanker drivers and workers to wage slavery. A Dangote non-unionized cement truck driver injured
- [In Benue State, the Governor Wears a Collar and Rules with a Fist](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/in-benue-state-the-governor-wears-a-collar-and-rules-with-a-fist/) - By K.K Katsina After the Aondona Dajoh-led Benue State House of Assembly voted against Mr. Yangien Ornguga's commissioner nomination on the 20th of August, 2025—citing numerous petitions and public disapproval during a plenary in Makurdi—the masses responded with fervent endorsement. This was a pleasant surprise: here was a group of politicians actually listening to the
- [No Pay Rises for the Rich! – a Decent Minimum Wage for the Rest of Us!!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/no-pay-rises-for-the-rich-a-decent-minimum-wage-for-the-rest-of-us-2/)
- [No Pay Rises for the Rich! – a Decent Minimum Wage for the Rest of Us!!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/no-pay-rises-for-the-rich-a-decent-minimum-wage-for-the-rest-of-us/) - The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission is proposing pay hikes for the president, governors and the country’s lawmakers. This is at the same time that the value of the minimum wage continues to fall and many people are paid even less than this. Any fair society would see a massive reduction in pay for
- [Sahel: Breaking the Militarist Impasse](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sahel-breaking-the-militarist-impasse/) - Friday, June 13, Paul Martial, a French Marxist Barely having arrived in Mali, mercenaries from the new Russian military structure Africa Corps, replacing Wagner, the militia of the deceased Yevgeny Prigozhin, were ambushed between Anefis and Aguelhoc in the Kidal region. The toll was heavy. Several dozen deaths are reported [1]. The operation was claimed
- [The State of the Labour Movement in Nigeria and the Challenges of how to Revitalize It](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-state-of-the-labour-movement-in-nigeria-and-the-challenges-of-how-to-revitalize-it/) - Keynote Address Presented at the 2025 CITAD Kano Labour Institute, 8th July 2025 By Dung Pam Sha, Department of Political Science, University of Jos In this presentation, Dung Pam Sha provides a comprehensive review of the State of the Labour Movement in Nigeria with international comparisons. In summary he finds: a labour movement trapped between its
- [We Need Active Trade Unions and an Electoral Alliance to Win Workers’ Demands!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-active-trade-unions-and-an-electoral-alliance-to-win-workers-demands-2/) - Experience across the world has repeatedly shown that we can only improve our lives and those of the working peoples when there is an active alliance between the trade unions and a Labour Party or a similar party. Even when a pro-labour party is successful in the elections, trade union action is necessary to ensure
- [We Need Active Trade Unions and an Electoral Alliance to Win Workers’ Demands!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-active-trade-unions-and-an-electoral-alliance-to-win-workers-demands/) - Experience across the world has repeatedly shown that we can only improve our lives and those of the working peoples when there is an active alliance between the trade unions and a Labour Party or a similar party. Even when a pro-labour party is successful in the elections, trade union action is necessary to ensure
- [Solidarity with Indefinite Strike by FCT Area Councils & Other Protests](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-with-indefinite-strike-by-fct-area-councils-other-protests/) - Members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Medical & Health Workers Union (MHWUN) and National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in the area councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) continue their indefinite strike that started on 24th March. All the primary schools and primary
- [THE COURT HAS RE-AFFIRMED THE CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS OF ALL NIGERIANS TO PEACEFUL PROTEST](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-court-has-re-affirmed-the-constitutional-rights-of-all-nigerians-to-peaceful-protest/) - You will recall that on the 30th of September 2024 six members of the Nigeria Patriotic Front Movement (NPFM), namely, Barr. Yusha'u Sani Yankuzo, Comrade Abdulmajid Yakubu Daudu, Barr. Amina Bello, Comrade Anas Ado Ahmad, Comrade Sani Ibrahim Narogo and Comrade Abdullahi Adamu Mandawari, were abruptly arrested by the combined forces of the State Security Service (aka DSS)
- [How Could a Decent Minimum Wage Help to Reduce Insecurity?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-could-a-decent-minimum-wage-help-to-reduce-insecurity/) - Presented by Comrade Christiana John Bawa PUAC Movement Against Xenophobia, Ethnicity, and Tribal Dominance Introduction Nigeria's Insecurity Crisis: The Wage-Peace Nexus Pervasive National Threat Insecurity now destabilizes every layer of Nigerian society, creating systemic vulnerability. Poverty's Violent Consequences Unemployment and extreme poverty serve as primary accelerants for criminality and social unrest. Minimum Wage as Security
- [If We Organise Better We Can Win!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/if-we-organise-better-we-can-win-2/) - Download our full Socialist Bulletin for June 2025 pdf version with the link below: https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/SL-bulletin-JUNE-2025-1.pdf
- [Trump tariffs and the crisis of global capitalism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trump-tariffs-and-the-crisis-of-global-capitalism/) - Alex Batubo Trumps act of increasing tariffs for American imports was a huge shock to global capitalism. It also reminds us how powerful the US is – but could be declining. Forty years of free trade and work of the World Trade Organisation was over-turned. But even then, the US Government is not all powerful.
- [Benue at the Crossroads: Confronting State Failure and Economic Desperation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/benue-at-the-crossroads-confronting-state-failure-and-economic-desperation/) - By Maxwell Adeyemi For far too long, Benue State has witnessed gruesome killings that no successive administration—past or present—has managed to halt. This isn’t merely a recurring incident; it is a symptom of a systemic failure. The bloodshed is not the product of an isolated ethnic clash but of deep-rooted socio-economic woes, political neglect, and
- [SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF FUOYE IN DISPENSING TRAVESTY OF JUSTICE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sexual-harassment-and-the-council-of-fuoye-in-dispensing-travesty-of-justice/) - By Biodun Olamosu The Council of the Federal University of Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) has shown clearly their bias over the allegations of sexual harassment against the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Abayomi Fasina. It has exercised injustice in its judgment against the victim of this oppression, Engineer Folasade Adebayo, a senior staff and Director
- [PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN IN TRADE UNIONISM](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/participation-of-women-in-trade-unionism/) - David Polang Jatau, a trade unionist can be reached on jdpolang@gmail.com Introduction Since the declaration by the United Nations of the years 1976-1985 as the UN decade for women, there have been efforts by governments and organisations to encourage more women’s participation in governance and developmental efforts. One of such effort was the national workshop
- [Musk vs Trump: The Battle of Capitalisms in Crisis](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/musk-vs-trump-the-battle-of-capitalisms-in-crisis/) - By Munya Gwisai8 June 2025 In the unfolding drama of 21st-century capitalism, few conflicts are as telling—and as historically charged—as the one between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. This is no mere clash of personalities or egos, though both men possess those in abundance. It is, at its core, a struggle between two fundamentally opposed
- [UTOMI’S SHADOW CABINET AND THE CAT WITH NINE LIVES](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/utomis-shadow-cabinet-and-the-cat-with-nine-lives/) - “You say you love the rain but you open your umbrella. You say love the sun but you find a shadow spot. You say you love the wind but you close your windows This is why I’m afraid when you say you love me” William Shakespeare Boney Akaeze Recently, Prof. Pat Utomi; a professor of
- [If We Organise Better We Can Win!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/if-we-organise-better-we-can-win/) - A year ago the NLC leadership ‘relaxed’ a general strike in the middle of the second day. We had expectations of winning a minimum wage of at least 250,000 naira. This demand was given up in exchange for a Government promise not to further increase the price of petrol. The average pump price petrol then
- [NGUGI WA THIONG'O (1938-2025): A LITERARY ICON AND ACTIVIST](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/ngugi-wa-thiongo-1938-2025-a-literary-icon-and-activist/) - Biodun Olumosu The literary world and political activists are going to miss Professor Ngugi wa Thiong'o whose death was announced on 28th May 2025, three days after the usual annual celebration of African Freedom Day. Ngugi wa Thiong'o became a household name from the 1960s due to his profound contributions to the world of literature.
- [Insecurity? - How should socialists start to think about this problem?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/insecurity-how-should-socialists-start-to-think-about-this-problem/) - Alex Batubo Any form of ethnic or national chauvinism needs to be avoided at all costs as it divides and weakens the working class. So we should not even suggest that any ethnic group, foreigners or aliens are any part of the ‘problem’. One of the most dangerous possibilities is the descent into inter-ethnic violence
- [Wallace-Johnson: a Voice for the Oppressed, a Legacy for the Present](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wallace-johnson-a-voice-for-the-oppressed-a-legacy-for-the-present/) - By Kwadwo Agyei Yeboah (Interim General Secretary, African Continental Unity Party-ACUP) In Africa’s long and unpleasant history of liberation struggle and rebuilding of the continent, few figures embody the spirit of radical resistance and boundless solidarity with intensity as powerful as Isaac Theophilus Akunna Wallace-Johnson. The Comrade was born in 1894 in Sierra Leone, Wallace-Johnson
- [STRIKES IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: A Catalyst for Crime and Societal Instability?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/strikes-in-higher-education-institutions-a-catalyst-for-crime-and-societal-instability/) - by Opaluwa Eleojo Simeon, Introduction The educational sector—comprising universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education—has been plagued by underfunding and the failure by governments to implement their agreements with the trade unions. As a result, strikes have been common over the past 15 years. These stoppages disrupt academic progress and socio-economic stability. The strikes have not
- [Real Economic Growth in Nigeria Since 2000](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/real-economic-growth-in-nigeria-since-2000/) - Tina Ndi In the fifteen years to 2015, the Nigerian economy grew rapidly and became many times larger. Since then economic growth has continued at a more modest rate. Despite this huge economic growth, the living standards of most people have fallen since 2000, especially over the last couple of years. The prosperity for the
- [How Can the FCT Area Council Workers Strike Win?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-can-the-fct-area-council-workers-strike-win/) - Workers of Abuja area councils have been on an indefinite strike since late March over implementation of the minimum wage. This strike is an important test case. Around 20 states have also yet to implement the minimum wage. If the trade unions cannot win in Abuja, then it will be more difficult in many states.
- [The Misery of a People Without Hope](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-misery-of-a-people-without-hope/) - By Abadom Lawrence Amechi Hope is the sustenance that bridges the gaps between life's routine nourishments. Even when circumstances force us to skip meals, hope becomes the substitute that keeps us going. It is the elixir of life, the vital energy that fuels our existence and lubricates the engine of our being. Without hope, we
- [What Can Socialists Do About the Global Rise of the Far Right?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-can-socialists-do-about-the-global-rise-of-the-far-right/) - Tina Nkechi The global far right has been growing over the last three decades. This now includes Donald Trump in the US, Narendra Modi (Prime Minister of India since 2014), former president Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil, president Javier Milei of Argentina (elected in 2023) Recep Erdoğan of Turkey (President since 2014) and various European parties.
- [ABOLITION OF ALL FORMS OF POVERTY IN NIGERIA: WHOSE TASK?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/abolition-of-all-forms-of-poverty-in-nigeria-whose-task/) - By Femi Aborisade Introduction The topic of discussion has made my task simple because it is, I guess, deliberately, judgmental. It is judgmental because it has concluded, and I absolutely agree, that we live in a world of pervasive and multi-dimensional poverty. We do not therefore have to bother so much explaining the facts of
- [HOW THE COURTS STOPPED ILLEGAL SUSPENSION OF LEGISLATORS IN NIGERIA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-the-courts-stopped-illegal-suspension-of-legislators-in-nigeria/) - Femi Falana SAN 1.In 2010, our law firm handled the case of Hon Dino Melaye & 10 other legislators who were suspended for accusing the Dimeji Bankole-led House of Representative of wallowing in corruption The Federal High Court declared the suspension of the legislators illegal and unconstitutional and ordered the payment of their withheld salaries
- [Emergency Rule in Rivers State amounts to a Civilian Coup – How do we fight back?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/emergency-rule-in-rivers-state-amounts-to-a-civilian-coup-how-do-we-fight-back/) - The imposition of Emergency Rule in Rivers State shows that the Tinubu administration has undertaken what amounts to a civilian coup. Democratic structures have been collapsed, elected officials suspended from offices, the principle of federalism undermined, the Federal constitution of Nigeria pushed aside, and military rule imposed in Rivers State under a sole administrator. The
- [Senator Natasha’s Case Highlights Rampant Sexual Harassment](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/senator-natashas-case-highlights-rampant-sexual-harassment/) - Rape, physical violence, and sexual harassment are all too common for most women. Members of the elite, like Senator Natasha, are usually protected from most aspects of the poverty-ridden and violent society that we all suffer from. Sexual harassment is also a key issue related to insecurity, as both Boko Haram, for example, and the
- [Strikes for Clear Victories!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/strikes-for-clear-victories/) - Strikes are the most effective weapon to improve our wages and conditions. The point of strike action is to achieve victory, not just for talks with the bosses. We know that governments rarely implement their promises. So why are strikes suspended before our demands are actually implemented? We cannot buy food from the market with
- [Strikes Have to Achieve Clear Victories!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/strikes-have-to-achieve-clear-victories/) - Strikes are our most effective weapon to improve our wages and conditions. The point of strike action is to achieve victory, not just for talks with the bosses. We know that governments rarely implement their promises. So why are strikes so frequently suspended before our demands are met? We cannot buy food from the market
- [If the Government Funded Health Properly It Would Not Need to Beg from the US](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/if-the-government-funded-health-properly-it-would-not-need-to-beg-from-the-us/)
- [Making Sense of China’s Rise](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/making-sense-of-chinas-rise/) - The latest issue of International Socialism (theoretical journal of SWP, Britain) contains a useful review of an important new book. This charts the economic rise of China, to become, arguably, the largest economy in the world - https://tinyurl.com/Chinasize The Chinese economy is still growing twice as fast as the USA economy. It is also wasting
- [The Organized Labour in Nigeria during Muhammadu Buhari Administration 2015-2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-organized-labour-in-nigeria-during-muhammadu-buhari-administration-2015-2023/) - The following chapter is from “Nigeria: Politics and Governance under President Muhammadu Buhari Edited By Terhemba Wuam, Boumo Ezonbi and Changwak Emmanuel Jonah (2024)” The Organized Labour in Nigeria during Muhammadu Buhari Administration 2015-2023 Jatau, David Polang, Ph.D Senior State Secretary & Researcher, Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) National Secretariat, Area 7 Garki
- [Trade Unions Should Use their Constitutional Rights to Organise Better](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-should-use-their-constitutional-rights-to-organise-better/) - Nigeria has one of the most vibrant trade union movements in Africa, but it needs to organise better. This was highlighted early last year when over 200 staff at the Central Bank of Nigeria were dismissed. Some forty then resorted to legal action and the case is still in court. There are a number of
- [State Level Strikes, December 2024 - Why Did We Not Win More?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/state-level-strikes-december-2024-why-did-we-not-win-more/) - Strikes were organised in five states and the FCT at the end of November and early December last year. Some definite gains were achieved. The minimum wage is now generally being implemented much earlier than was the case with the ₦30,000 minimum wage. In several cases, the consequential adjustments are better than for the previous
- [We Need to Emphasise Equality, and so Redistribution, Rather than Growth](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-to-emphasise-equality-and-so-redistribution-rather-than-growth/) - The globally dominant view is that economic growth reduces poverty. This is the view that is pushed by the IMF and World Bank. It is now being claimed to be implemented by such diverse governments as those of Nigeria, Senegal and Britain. It is also the approach that is adopted by Peter Obi. In each The globally dominant view is that economic growth reduces poverty. This is the view that is pushed by the IMF and World Bank. It is now being claimed to be implemented by such diverse governments as those of Nigeria, Senegal and Britain. It is also the approach that is adopted by Peter Obi. In each
- [DROP ALL CHARGES AGAINST THE ABUJA 11! FREE ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/drop-all-charges-against-the-abuja-11-free-all-political-prisoners/)
- [State Strikes, December 2024 - Why Did We Not Win More?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/state-strikes-december-2024-why-did-we-not-win-more/) - Introduction Strikes were organised in five states and the FCT at the end of November and early December 2024 and some definite gains were achieved. The minimum wage is now generally being implemented much earlier than was the case with the ₦30,000 minimum wage in 2019. In several cases, the consequential adjustments are better than
- [“Class, Corruption and the Nigerian Criminal Justice System”](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/class-corruption-and-the-nigerian-criminal-justice-system/) - Saturday 25TH JANUARYZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655
- [Hope is in our Collective Resistance - only Robust Strike Actions Can Ensure a Change of Government Policy](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/hope-is-in-our-collective-resistance-only-robust-strike-actions-can-ensure-a-change-of-government-policy/) - The NLC in its end of year message, demanded the withdrawal of the tax reform bills and a minimum wage review - but it is only robust strike actions by trade unions that will stop the governments' attacks on workers. The NLC said in the statement from its President, Joe Ajaero: “We insist that governments
- [Tax Bills, 2024 – gifts for the rich!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tax-bills-2024-gifts-for-the-rich/) - The three Tax Bills that are currently being considered by the National Assembly are receiving a lot of opposition. This is quite correct, but is for the wrong reasons! Almost all the criticism is by governors and their friends in different states. They are only concerned about the amount of money that they will be The three Tax Bills that are currently being considered by the National Assembly are receiving a lot of opposition. This is quite correct, but is for the wrong reasons! Almost all the criticism is by governors and their friends in different states. They are only concerned about the amount of money that they will be
- [We Need System Change – Dele Farotimi winning his case may be one of the first steps](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-system-change-dele-farotimi-winning-his-case-may-be-one-of-the-first-steps/) - Dele's book is a robust exposure of the justice system, but also harsh criticism of the whole of the corrupt governance system in Nigeria. As he says in his book, “the affluent and connected are rarely ever apprehended for their crimes, but the poor are routinely victimized” (xix) We must support Dele in his case Dele's book is a robust exposure of the justice system, but also harsh criticism of the whole of the corrupt governance system in Nigeria. As he says in his book, “the affluent and connected are rarely ever apprehended for their crimes, but the poor are routinely victimized” (xix) We must support Dele in his case
- [Bola T-Pain’s Economic Strategy Cannot Win](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/bola-t-pains-economic-strategy-cannot-win/) - By Alex Batubo Bola Tinubu is implementing the standard economic reforms recommended by the IMF and World Bank since the 1980s. These aim to make companies more profitable and to attract foreign investment. The key policies now are removing petrol subsidy, allowing the naira to devalue and to increase taxation, especially VAT. All these have By Alex Batubo Bola Tinubu is implementing the standard economic reforms recommended by the IMF and World Bank since the 1980s. These aim to make companies more profitable and to attract foreign investment. The key policies now are removing petrol subsidy, allowing the naira to devalue and to increase taxation, especially VAT. All these have
- [Activism in Democracy: The Organized Labour in Nigeria and Mass Protests Since 1999](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/activism-in-democracy-the-organized-labour-in-nigeria-and-mass-protests-since-1999/) - Jatau, David Polang, Ph.D Trade Unionist & Researcher, Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) National Secretariat Annex, Area 7 Garki Abuja. jdpolang@gmail.com 08033916112. Abstract It has been documented that labour unions in Nigeria were part of the groups that fought the military regime for the return of democracy in 1999. The struggle by Jatau, David Polang, Ph.D Trade Unionist & Researcher, Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) National Secretariat Annex, Area 7 Garki Abuja. jdpolang@gmail.com 08033916112. Abstract It has been documented that labour unions in Nigeria were part of the groups that fought the military regime for the return of democracy in 1999. The struggle by
- [Global Heating is Devastating the World](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/global-heating-is-devastating-the-world/) - The most recent international climate change conference has come and gone. Greenhouse emissions are still increasing and global temperatures this year are already 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels – the target of the 2015 Paris conference. The recent devastating floods across the Sahel and Nigeria are a direct illustration of climate change. They affected more The most recent international climate change conference has come and gone. Greenhouse emissions are still increasing and global temperatures this year are already 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels – the target of the 2015 Paris conference. The recent devastating floods across the Sahel and Nigeria are a direct illustration of climate change. They affected more
- [Overview of the African ruling class](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/overview-of-the-african-ruling-class/) - February, 2018 Jean NangaOriginally published in French by CADTM (Committee for the Abolition of Illegitimate Debts): https://www.cadtm.org/Apercu-sur-l-actuelle-classe Summary This paper discusses the evolving nature of the ruling class in Africa, focusing on its historical, economic, and social dynamics. Economic Transformation and Capitalism: Africa's ruling class has transitioned from colonial and post-colonial socio-economic frameworks
- [Dangote Petroleum Refinery And Oligopolistic PMS Prices](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/dangote-petroleum-refinery-and-oligopolistic-pms-prices/) - Izielen Agbon Oligopolies are a few companies that control product supply in a market. Oligopolies create artificial barriers to competition in a market and sell commodities at higher oligopolistic prices to maximize profit. This seems to be the case with Dangote Petroleum Refinery as the major supplier of PMS in the Nigerian market. The refinery has
- [Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): A Thirty Year War](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/democratic-republic-of-congo-drc-a-thirty-year-war/) - Paul Martial October, 2024 The latest report from the NGO Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reports a very sharp increase in sexual violence in Kivu, the eastern region of the DRC. More than 25,000 women have been treated, not counting those who prefer to remain silent. A figure that speaks volumes about the ordeal suffered by
- [How West Africa’s Military Juntas Exploit Anti-French Sentiments For Support But Undermine Human Rights; By Alex Batubo](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/test-6/) - THE KEY problems for the common people in most countries across West Africa are the same as in Nigeria, poverty, inequality and corruption. Across the Sahel, especially in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger this had led to armed insecurity led by Islamic militants. It was the failure to quell such violence that led to the
- [NLC Minimum Wage Strikes can Easily Win!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-minimum-wage-strikes-can-easily-win/) - Workers in at least five states, and the FCT, are now on the strike over the implementation of the minimum wage. This dispute is already winning, as many more states are now implementing the new minimum wage than was the case in 2019. In addition, the states now have far more money, and so this Workers in at least five states, and the FCT, are now on the strike over the implementation of the minimum wage. This dispute is already winning, as many more states are now implementing the new minimum wage than was the case in 2019. In addition, the states now have far more money, and so this
- [Prospects for 2025 – If the NLC Fights We All Win!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/prospects-for-2025-if-the-nlc-fights-we-all-win/) - We have to be honest and say that the prospects for 2025 do not appear bright. They are not nearly as good, for working peoples, as our hopes were for this year. A year ago, we were hoping that the relatively newly elected leadership of the NLC would lead a robust fight over the minimum We have to be honest and say that the prospects for 2025 do not appear bright. They are not nearly as good, for working peoples, as our hopes were for this year. A year ago, we were hoping that the relatively newly elected leadership of the NLC would lead a robust fight over the minimum
- [RE-ENGINEERING NUSDE FOR GROWTH AND EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/re-engineering-nusde-for-growth-and-effective-service-delivery/) - By Femi Aborisade Introduction I thank the leadership of the union for inviting me to give a speech on “Re-engineering NUSDE for growth and effective Service Delivery” at the at the 6th Quadrennial (but 13th) National Delegates’ Conference of the Union. The 1st National Delegates Conference of NUSDE (i.e. the Inaugural Conference) was held in By Femi Aborisade Introduction I thank the leadership of the union for inviting me to give a speech on “Re-engineering NUSDE for growth and effective Service Delivery” at the at the 6th Quadrennial (but 13th) National Delegates’ Conference of the Union. The 1st National Delegates Conference of NUSDE (i.e. the Inaugural Conference) was held in
- [Free All Protesters & Political Prisoners;](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/free-all-protesters-political-prisoners/) - We are relieved that the case against the 119 protesters, including many children, who were dragged in front of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, 1st November, has been dismissed. But many more protesters remain in detention, many illegally. There are the “Abuja 11” whose case was to have been held in the Federal We are relieved that the case against the 119 protesters, including many children, who were dragged in front of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, 1st November, has been dismissed. But many more protesters remain in detention, many illegally. There are the “Abuja 11” whose case was to have been held in the Federal
- [Military Juntas are Undermining Human Rights Across West Africa](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/military-juntas-are-undermining-human-rights-across-west-africa/) - By Salvador Ousmane The main claims by the West African military juntas, when they took power in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, was that they would quickly address the security issues in their countries. In each case, they have failed to do so. If anything, the insurgency by Islamic militants is getting worse, especially in By Salvador Ousmane The main claims by the West African military juntas, when they took power in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, was that they would quickly address the security issues in their countries. In each case, they have failed to do so. If anything, the insurgency by Islamic militants is getting worse, especially in
- [Climate Imperialism in Africa - Kolawole Ibrahim](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/climate-imperialism-in-africa-kolawole-ibrahim-2/) - Book Review by Tina Ndi Recent floods across northern Nigeria, and indeed across Africa, have yet again reminded us of the increasing dangers of climate change and global heating. Hurricanes in Florida, USA, have also shown that climate change is impacting dreadfully across the world. But, as Kola argues: “Despite its human, natural and mineral Book Review by Tina Ndi Recent floods across northern Nigeria, and indeed across Africa, have yet again reminded us of the increasing dangers of climate change and global heating. Hurricanes in Florida, USA, have also shown that climate change is impacting dreadfully across the world. But, as Kola argues: “Despite its human, natural and mineral
- [Climate Change – global and local impacts – time for change! (2021)](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/climate-change-global-and-local-impacts-time-for-change-2021/) - By Alex Batubo We are reposting here an article originally written in 2021. The most recent international climate change conference has come and gone. Greenhouse emissions are still increasing and global temperatures this year are already 1.5 degrees more than the pre-industrial era. Floods have again devasted large areas of Nigeria and temperatures, especially at By Alex Batubo We are reposting here an article originally written in 2021. The most recent international climate change conference has come and gone. Greenhouse emissions are still increasing and global temperatures this year are already 1.5 degrees more than the pre-industrial era. Floods have again devasted large areas of Nigeria and temperatures, especially at
- [Unity & Solidarity With Health & University Strikes – together we can defeat Bola T-Pain](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unity-solidarity-with-health-university-strikes-together-we-can-defeat-bola-t-pain/) - In the last week of October, workers in two vital social sectors were on strike against the government’s austerity measures. Health workers, united in JOHESU, and university non-academic staff of NASU and SSANU are fighting against the government’s failure to adequately fund health and education. With robust solidarity from across the labour movement these trade In the last week of October, workers in two vital social sectors were on strike against the government’s austerity measures. Health workers, united in JOHESU, and university non-academic staff of NASU and SSANU are fighting against the government’s failure to adequately fund health and education. With robust solidarity from across the labour movement these trade
- [The Power of Women by Denis Mukwege](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-power-of-women-by-denis-mukwege/) - Paul Martial The presentation of the Congolese gynaecologist Denis Mukwege as "the man who repairs women" is very limiting. Denis Mukwege is first and foremost a feminist activist, a cause to which he devotes his life. Through his salutary and moving work we share his journey, from the medical care of women to the radical Paul Martial The presentation of the Congolese gynaecologist Denis Mukwege as "the man who repairs women" is very limiting. Denis Mukwege is first and foremost a feminist activist, a cause to which he devotes his life. Through his salutary and moving work we share his journey, from the medical care of women to the radical
- [We Are Poor People Living in a Resource Rich Nation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-are-poor-people-living-in-a-resource-rich-nation/) - The Nigerian economy in has generally grown well over the last 25 years, especially over the period 2000 to 2015. As a result, the GDP is now at least five times larger than it was during the military era. In April 2014, Nigeria became Africa’s largest economy, and the world’s 26th largest economy. In addition, The Nigerian economy in has generally grown well over the last 25 years, especially over the period 2000 to 2015. As a result, the GDP is now at least five times larger than it was during the military era. In April 2014, Nigeria became Africa’s largest economy, and the world’s 26th largest economy. In addition,
- [Join the Mass Peaceful Protests.“National Day of Survival” – October 1, 2024](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/join-the-mass-peaceful-protests-national-day-of-survival-october-1-2024/) - Socialist Labour calls on all democratic and mass-based organisations, labour and student unions, traders and professional associations, to come out en masse on October 1st for the National Day of Survival mass peaceful protests. The hardship, hunger, and repression inflicted on us by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu regime have pushed the masses to the brink.
- [Trade Unions and Others Should Adopt Prisoners Detained Around the Protests](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-and-others-should-adopt-prisoners-detained-around-the-protests/) - According to Femi Falana, over 2,100 people were arrested around the protests and just over 1,400 have been taken to court – so around 700 are being held illegally. Nearly 500 protesters were remanded to prison by three magistrate courts in Kano. Amnesty International described these as “an unfair trial based on trumped-up charges.” Many
- [Russia is Supporting Local Dictators - Not The Popular Masses](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/russia-is-supporting-local-dictators-not-the-popular-masses/) - Russia is Supporting Local Dictators - Not The Popular Masses Alex Batubo Russia has achieved a major coup in West Africa. It is now providing direct support to several military juntas in countries that were former French colonies. However, this change has not had any positive impact on the lives of the common people. These
- [GOVERNORS WERE LYING WHEN THEY SAY THAT STATES CANNOT AFFORD A MINIMUM WAGE OF EVEN N62,000](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/governors-were-lying-when-they-say-that-states-cannot-afford-a-minimum-wage-of-even-n62000/) - GOVERNORS WERE LYING WHEN THEY SAY THAT STATES CANNOT AFFORD A MINIMUM WAGE OF EVEN N62,000 The Governors Forum claimed that many states could not afford a minimum wage of even N62,000. This is not true. At its August meeting, FAAC distributed N1,358 billion to the three tiers of government. This is the highest ever
- [TRADE UNIONS MUST GIVE MORE SOLIDARITY TO THOSE DETAINED AROUND THE PROTESTS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-must-give-more-solidarity-to-those-detained-around-the-protests/) - SL Bulletin 46 SEPT 2024Download
- [Albert Okwudiba Nnoli](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/albert-okwudiba-nnoli/) - Sreoondsptt47 19 90 il7m6u9c6as70au1:t990gu3m31uAau1ui0tgc21 · Creative Production is the Key. In this post I wish to explain why no Nigerian petty bourgeois politician can, or should be expected to, rescue the country from the looming socioeconomic and political disaster. The popular Nigerian belief is that leadership is the trouble/problem with the country. On the surface this assertion makes sense.
- [3. The Possibilities and Predisposition of Crisis in the Sphere of Realization](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/3-the-possibilities-and-predisposition-of-crisis-in-the-sphere-of-realization/) - Izielen Agbon In the third stage of the circular movement of Capital, the finished product (C) which is the outcome of the production process becomes commodities and are offered for sale in the sphere of realization (commodity markets). Here, they are exchanged for money. CI is the expanded capital in the commodity form. The expanded
- [Release All Those Detained in Connection with the End Hunger Protests](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/release-all-those-detained-in-connection-with-the-end-hunger-protests/) - The police claim to have arrested a thousand or more people since the protests started on Thursday, 1st August. Socialist Labour maintains that acts of peaceful protest are Constitutionally and universally recognised as fundamental human rights. As a result, it is a statutory duty for the police to protect every person in the course of
- [The Police only Protect the Rich](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-police-only-protect-the-rich/) - The murder by the police of at least tens of protesters in recent days has raised the issue of the role of the police in our society. We hope that the police will be there to protect us when we suffer from acts of criminality. But we also know, even in normal times, that the
- [MINIMUM WAGE AGREEMENT MUST START MASS STRUGGLES](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/minimum-wage-agreement-must-start-mass-struggles/) - The imposition of the N70,000 minimum wage presents opportunities for intensified struggles. Faced with hunger, children out of school and galloping inflation, workers, youths, women, farmers and the grassroot masses will engage in protests and struggles in the coming months. We should all support and encourage such protests. We can all support protests in our The imposition of the N70,000 minimum wage presents opportunities for intensified struggles. Faced with hunger, children out of school and galloping inflation, workers, youths, women, farmers and the grassroot masses will engage in protests and struggles in the coming months. We should all support and encourage such protests. We can all support protests in our
- [The Masses are Rising in Protest Against Hunger](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-masses-are-rising-in-protest-against-hunger/) - Socialist Labour is in total and unconditional support of the mass hunger protests. Yesterday, the people were overwhelmingly peaceful as they trooped out in their untold numbers. Members of Socialist Labour helped to organise protests in several states. The masses heard the call to #EndHunger and whole communities came out. We are beginning to see Socialist Labour is in total and unconditional support of the mass hunger protests. Yesterday, the people were overwhelmingly peaceful as they trooped out in their untold numbers. Members of Socialist Labour helped to organise protests in several states. The masses heard the call to #EndHunger and whole communities came out. We are beginning to see
- [HOW DO YOU UNDERSTAND MARXISM: A REVIEW OF MARXISM FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF JOHN MOLYNEUX’S “WHAT IS THE REAL MARXIST TRADITION?”](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-do-you-understand-marxism-a-review-of-marxism-from-the-prospertive-of-john-molyneuxs-what-is-the-real-marxist-tradition/) - BY AFASHIMA MOSES There may be just a few individuals who are not inclined to have titles and identities attached to their names. Some, perhaps, use these titles and identities to achieve socialisation, while for others, it is out of self-validation and fulfilment. Marxism has, for many years, attracted followers and gained acceptability. While Marxism
- [We Need An Indefinite General Strike Now!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-an-indefinite-general-strike-now/) - As we go to press with this month’s Socialist Bulletin it is not clear what the outcome of the minimum wage struggle is. Over three weeks ago the NLC gave the Government a week’s notice to resolve the issue, but nothing has happened. It is clear that only a robust and indefinite general strike will As we go to press with this month’s Socialist Bulletin it is not clear what the outcome of the minimum wage struggle is. Over three weeks ago the NLC gave the Government a week’s notice to resolve the issue, but nothing has happened. It is clear that only a robust and indefinite general strike will
- [The Predisposition and Possibilities of Crisis in the Sphere of Production](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-predisposition-and-possibilities-of-crisis-in-the-sphere-of-production/) - Izielen Agbon In the last article in this series, we examined the predisposition and possibilities of crisis during the first stage of the circulation of capital when the capitalist appears as buyer in the labour and commodity markets. This time, we will examine the predisposition and possibilities of Crisis during the second stage. The second Izielen Agbon In the last article in this series, we examined the predisposition and possibilities of crisis during the first stage of the circulation of capital when the capitalist appears as buyer in the labour and commodity markets. This time, we will examine the predisposition and possibilities of Crisis during the second stage. The second
- [We have to try and understand the world to be able to change it!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-have-to-try-and-understand-the-world-to-be-able-to-change-it/) - It is important that socialists educate ourselves by reading at least a few basic socialist booklets. Below we have provided a list of booklets that we can recommend to read to gain a basic understanding of the world, our history and how we can help to build a better society. All these booklets available for It is important that socialists educate ourselves by reading at least a few basic socialist booklets. Below we have provided a list of booklets that we can recommend to read to gain a basic understanding of the world, our history and how we can help to build a better society. All these booklets available for
- [We All Need to Make Our Trade Union Branches Stronger](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-all-need-to-make-our-trade-union-branches-stronger/) - All supporters of Socialist Labour should be active in their trade union branches. That way we can all help to win a decent minimum wage and other improvements in our working lives. Below we provide some practical advice. We need to improve this guidance with your ideas, suggestions and experience. Talk to your work colleagues All supporters of Socialist Labour should be active in their trade union branches. That way we can all help to win a decent minimum wage and other improvements in our working lives. Below we provide some practical advice. We need to improve this guidance with your ideas, suggestions and experience. Talk to your work colleagues
- [Only a Resolute General Strike Can Win a Decent Minimum Wage](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/only-a-resolute-general-strike-can-win-a-decent-minimum-wage-2/) - The situation in Nigeria is now far more critical for workers than a year ago. The majority of the population has suffered the greatest attack on its living standards for a generation. This led to the explosion in crime and insecurity. There is an urgent need for intense mass mobilisations and a well-organized sustained national The situation in Nigeria is now far more critical for workers than a year ago. The majority of the population has suffered the greatest attack on its living standards for a generation. This led to the explosion in crime and insecurity. There is an urgent need for intense mass mobilisations and a well-organized sustained national
- [Only a Resolute General Strike Can Win a Decent Minimum Wage](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/only-a-resolute-general-strike-can-win-a-decent-minimum-wage/) - The situation in Nigeria is now far more critical for workers than a year ago. The majority of the population has suffered the greatest attack on its living standards for a generation. This led to the explosion in crime and insecurity. There is an urgent need for intense mass mobilisations and a well-organized sustained national The situation in Nigeria is now far more critical for workers than a year ago. The majority of the population has suffered the greatest attack on its living standards for a generation. This led to the explosion in crime and insecurity. There is an urgent need for intense mass mobilisations and a well-organized sustained national
- [ECONOMIC HARDSHIP UNDER THE PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU REGIME: ANY HOPE FOR THE MASSES?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/economic-hardship-under-the-president-bola-ahmed-tinubu-regime-any-hope-for-the-masses/) - BY FEMI ABORISADE Presented to the TUC South West workshop on 23rd May 2024 INTRODUCTION This paper attempts to assess the conditions of living of the masses through selected indices over a period of time with a view to empirically determining whether or not there has been an improvement or deterioration at the present time. BY FEMI ABORISADE Presented to the TUC South West workshop on 23rd May 2024 INTRODUCTION This paper attempts to assess the conditions of living of the masses through selected indices over a period of time with a view to empirically determining whether or not there has been an improvement or deterioration at the present time.
- [The Predisposition and Possibilities of Crisis in the Circulation of Capital.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-predisposition-and-possibilities-of-crisis-in-the-circulation-of-capital/) - In Marx's circuit of capital, capital's primary objective is the smooth expanded accumulation of itself with the generation of surplus value during the production process. The circulation of capital takes place in three stages. The first stage occurs in the circulation sphere, the second occurs in the production sphere and the third in the sphere
- [Crisis in Mali: the position of the radical left](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/crisis-in-mali-the-position-of-the-radical-left/) - APRIL 30, 2024 PAUL MARTIAL The France section of the African Solidarity for Democracy and Independence (SADI) party invited French left-wing organizations to an information and discussion meeting with its leader Omar Mariko on the situation in Mali. A meeting deemed necessary by the leaders of SADI to prevent the French left from being
- [INCREASING THE COST OF DARKNESS: WHAT IS BEHIND THE HIKE IN THE ELECTRICITY TARIFF AND HOW CAN IT BE RESISTED](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/increase-the-cost-of-darkness-what-is-behind-the-hike-in-the-electricity-tariff-and-how-can-it-be-resisted/)
- [UNRESOLVED ISSUE OF ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unresolved-issue-of-electric-power-supply/) - By Biodun Olamosu Introduction The electric power industry is associated with economic development of any country. For industrial development to take place, the development of social infrastructures, including the provision of regular electricity must be taken for granted. Electricity is also of vital importance in commercial institutions and residential areas to stimulate life for
- [Unveiling the Roots of Insecurity, Healing the Wounds of Human Rights Violations in South East Nigeria: a report by RULAAC](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unveiling-the-roots-of-insecurity-healing-the-wounds-of-human-rights-violations-in-south-east-nigeria-a-report-by-rulaac/) - In March 2024, the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) issued a report on insecurity in the South East. The roots of insecurity described in the report could apply to almost anywhere in Nigeria and indeed insecurity and a violent state response has in recent years spread across most of the country with
- [We Need To Re-Build a Socialist Alternative](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-to-re-build-a-socialist-alternative/) - The price of petrol has increased nearly as much in the last year as during the whole period of Obasanjo’s eight year presidency. Now we also face a tripling of the cost of electricity and job losses from the implementation of the Oronsaye Report. And yet the trade unions continue to take little action. They
- [Poverty is a Far Greater Killer than Insecurity](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/poverty-is-a-far-greater-killer-than-insecurity/) - We are all concerned about the rising tide of insecurity, arising from increased poverty and inequality. But poverty itself is a far greater, but silent killer, that does not hit the headlines. Increased poverty is leading to greater hunger that weakens the body, especially of the elderly and very young. This in turn increases the We are all concerned about the rising tide of insecurity, arising from increased poverty and inequality. But poverty itself is a far greater, but silent killer, that does not hit the headlines. Increased poverty is leading to greater hunger that weakens the body, especially of the elderly and very young. This in turn increases the
- [Crime, Criminality and The State of	                                           Insecurity: Which Way Out?<div>                         </div>](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/crime-criminality-and-the-state-of-insecurity-which-way-out/) - By Biodun Olamosu The issue of insecurity is one of the major problems confronting working people and has been a focus of attention of intellectual discourse today more than ever before. There is a consensus on this issue that lives are not safe as more people get killed by various means, other than natural
- [Falana writes AGF, demands end to human rights violations in Okuama](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/falana-writes-agf-demands-end-to-human-rights-violations-in-okuama/) - In a letter addressed to Lateef Fagbemi, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister for Justice, human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN has called for an immediate end to what he describes as “egregious violations” of the human rights of innocent members of the Okuama community in Delta State. Falana highlighted several incidents of alleged
- [We Can Make a Difference IF We Make Our Voices Heard](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-can-make-a-difference-if-we-make-our-voices-heard/) - We live in frightening times. Inflation is now well over 30%. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the cost of a healthy diet is now almost N30,000 a month for a single person, just for food (without preparation or transport to market costs). The government is tripling the price of electricity and threatening to
- [FELA: MUSICAL ICON AND PAN-AFRICANIST](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fela-musical-icon-and-pan-africanist/) - By Biodun Olamosu The singer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti will forever be remembered as an unrepentant crusader for social justice. He was a musical legend whose his fame traversed the length and breadth of the globe. His influence on Nigerian and African youths can only be compared with that of his hero, Kwame Nkrumah, the first President
- [Student Loans – a Cruel Hoax in Place of Proper Funding of Tertiary Education](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/student-loans-a-cruel-hoax-in-place-of-proper-funding-of-tertiary-education-2/) - The Student Loans Act marks yet another embarrassing policy reversal by the Tinubu Government. The revised act, currently in National Assembly, removes some of the glaring faults of the original Act. However, the fundamental problems of student loans remain. They discriminate against poorer students, require huge bureaucratic costs and encourage corruption. The students loan policy The Student Loans Act marks yet another embarrassing policy reversal by the Tinubu Government. The revised act, currently in National Assembly, removes some of the glaring faults of the original Act. However, the fundamental problems of student loans remain. They discriminate against poorer students, require huge bureaucratic costs and encourage corruption. The students loan policy
- [Northwest Nigeria’s Bandit Problem: Explaining the conflict drivers (2022) – a review of the Centre for Democracy and Development report](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/northwest-nigerias-bandit-problem-explaining-the-conflict-drivers-2022-a-review-of-the-centre-for-democracy-and-development-report-2/) - by Alex Batubo Insecurity is a major problem that we all face, from theft, burglary to kidnapping and banditry. This report makes a serious attempt to explain the underlying causes for this problem, specifically in Zamfara State. Once we understand the reasons for the increase in insecurity we may begin to consider how to address
- [Workers in Chad Show Fight Against an Increase in the Price of Fuel and Other Issues](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/workers-in-chad-show-fight-against-an-increase-in-the-price-of-fuel-and-other-issues/) - There was a widely supported general strike in Chad that lasted for a month from 20th February, 2024. This was over the military government increasing the price of fuel by 40% in the middle of February and the coming to an end of the three year social pact between some trade unions and the government There was a widely supported general strike in Chad that lasted for a month from 20th February, 2024. This was over the military government increasing the price of fuel by 40% in the middle of February and the coming to an end of the three year social pact between some trade unions and the government
- [Northwest Nigeria’s Bandit Problem: Explaining the conflict drivers (2022) – a review of the Centre for Democracy and Development report](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/northwest-nigerias-bandit-problem-explaining-the-conflict-drivers-2022-a-review-of-the-centre-for-democracy-and-development-report/) - By Alex Batubo Insecurity is a major problem that we all face, from theft, burglary to kidnapping and banditry. This report makes a serious attempt to explain the underlying causes for this problem, specifically in Zamfara State. Once we understand the reasons for the increase in insecurity we may begin to consider how to address
- [Violent government crackdowns increase insecurity across Nigeria, new report shows](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/violent-government-crackdowns-increase-insecurity-across-nigeria-new-report-shows/) - By Yung Alhaji Introduction On April 13, a group of armed assailants reportedly raided the College of Health and Technology in Tsafe LGA, in Zamfara State, abducting several students, many of whom were women. This is only the latest in a seemingly unending string of kidnappings that have intensified in Northwest Nigeria since 2019. However,
- [NLC Holds Successful Protests in Almost All States (and FCT) – forward to resolute action on its 17 demands](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-holds-successful-protests-in-almost-all-states-and-fct-forward-to-resolute-action-on-its-17-demands/) - The NLC held successful street protests in 35 states and in the FCT. The only state where protests were not held on the 27th of February was Borno State. We have collected pictures of the NLC protests in each state, see:https://socialistlabour.com.ng/2024/03/02/nlc-holds-successful-protests-in-almost-every-state/ Following the protests the NLC made some excellent demands including:• An immediate removal of The NLC held successful street protests in 35 states and in the FCT. The only state where protests were not held on the 27th of February was Borno State. We have collected pictures of the NLC protests in each state, see:https://socialistlabour.com.ng/2024/03/02/nlc-holds-successful-protests-in-almost-every-state/ Following the protests the NLC made some excellent demands including:• An immediate removal of
- [NLC HOLDS SUCCESSFUL PROTESTS IN ALMOST EVERY STATE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-holds-successful-protests-in-almost-every-state/) - The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), its member unions and others organised massive protests across the country on Tuesday, 27th February, 2024. The rallies were to protest against “the excruciating hardship that millions of ordinary Nigerians, especially workers, are facing”.The trade unions have yet again shown their ability to organise huge simultaneous protests in almost all The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), its member unions and others organised massive protests across the country on Tuesday, 27th February, 2024. The rallies were to protest against “the excruciating hardship that millions of ordinary Nigerians, especially workers, are facing”.The trade unions have yet again shown their ability to organise huge simultaneous protests in almost all
- [Governments Have Plenty of Money to Pay for a Decent Minimum Wage and our Other Demands](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/governments-have-plenty-of-money-to-pay-for-a-decent-minimum-wage-and-our-other-demands/) - The Accountant General of the Federation managed to claim at the end of January that the “limited nature of government revenue” meant the Federal Government could no longer afford to pay the monthly allowance of N35,000 promised to Federal workers. She was lying. In reality, the state and Federal governments have more money than they The Accountant General of the Federation managed to claim at the end of January that the “limited nature of government revenue” meant the Federal Government could no longer afford to pay the monthly allowance of N35,000 promised to Federal workers. She was lying. In reality, the state and Federal governments have more money than they
- [We Are Hungry – They Are Greedy!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-are-hungry-they-are-greedy/) - United Protests and Strikes Can win! Socialist Labour congratulates the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for planning protests across the country for Tuesday and Wednesday this week, for an indefinite general strike from 2nd March and for calling for wider support from civil society. These strikes and protests can end our hunger if they are united and United Protests and Strikes Can win! Socialist Labour congratulates the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for planning protests across the country for Tuesday and Wednesday this week, for an indefinite general strike from 2nd March and for calling for wider support from civil society. These strikes and protests can end our hunger if they are united and
- [GLOBALIZATION, IMPERIALISM AND FATE OF THE NIGERIAN WORKING CLASS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/globalization-imperialism-and-fate-of-the-nigerian-working-class/) - BYDR. SALEH MARI MAINABeing a paper presented at the Lenin Centenary International Conference, January 22-23, 2024, Abuja Since its emergence into sovereign nationhood, the contemporary Nigerian state has been characterized by policies and programmers pursued by successive administrations aimed at subjugating the Nigerian working class to the dictates of capitalism and imperialism. This tendency is BYDR. SALEH MARI MAINABeing a paper presented at the Lenin Centenary International Conference, January 22-23, 2024, Abuja Since its emergence into sovereign nationhood, the contemporary Nigerian state has been characterized by policies and programmers pursued by successive administrations aimed at subjugating the Nigerian working class to the dictates of capitalism and imperialism. This tendency is
- [TRADE UNIONS, CONSTITUTIONALISM AND DEMOCRACY:-](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-constitutionalism-and-democracy/) - RULE OF LAW AND INTERNAL DEMOCRACY IN OUR UNIONS BEING AN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE WITH SOME CADRES IN MAIDUGRI IN 2017 PRESENTED BY: ABDULKADIR I. ISA of de-registered Customs, Excise and Immigration Staff Union (CEIMSU) Seven years later, the importance of trade union democracy remains as important as ever. As a result, this paper can still RULE OF LAW AND INTERNAL DEMOCRACY IN OUR UNIONS BEING AN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE WITH SOME CADRES IN MAIDUGRI IN 2017 PRESENTED BY: ABDULKADIR I. ISA of de-registered Customs, Excise and Immigration Staff Union (CEIMSU) Seven years later, the importance of trade union democracy remains as important as ever. As a result, this paper can still
- [The Economic Crisis is Due to Looting](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-economic-crisis-is-due-to-looting/) - The Accountant General of the Federation recently managed to claim that the “limited nature of government revenue and contending issues requiring attention” prevented the payment of the monthly N35,000 promised to Federal workers. In reality, there is plenty of government revenue, it is just being looted. The state and Federal governments have more money than The Accountant General of the Federation recently managed to claim that the “limited nature of government revenue and contending issues requiring attention” prevented the payment of the monthly N35,000 promised to Federal workers. In reality, there is plenty of government revenue, it is just being looted. The state and Federal governments have more money than
- [Niger Republic Junta Threw Out the French Army and Survived](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/niger-republic-junta-threw-out-the-french-army-and-survived/) - M Tahrir and Izielen Agbon Some people on the left like to claim that the imperialists are all powerful. They say that the local ruling classes and their governments are just puppets. But the military Junta in the Niger Republic forced the French military to leave and to close the French embassy in Niamey. Six M Tahrir and Izielen Agbon Some people on the left like to claim that the imperialists are all powerful. They say that the local ruling classes and their governments are just puppets. But the military Junta in the Niger Republic forced the French military to leave and to close the French embassy in Niamey. Six
- [Lenin Supported Strikes as the Seeds of Working Class Self-Emancipation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/lenin-supported-strikes-as-the-seeds-of-working-class-self-emancipation/) - Drew Povey, Socialist Labour The emancipation of the workers must be the act of the working class itself. (Lenin, 1995) Following on from Marx and Engels, Lenin supported strikes and other forms of working class collective action. He saw these as the seeds of socialism. The confidence that strikes provided to workers made the idea Drew Povey, Socialist Labour The emancipation of the workers must be the act of the working class itself. (Lenin, 1995) Following on from Marx and Engels, Lenin supported strikes and other forms of working class collective action. He saw these as the seeds of socialism. The confidence that strikes provided to workers made the idea
- [Socialist Bulletin, January 2024](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-january-2024/) - The Plateau Massacre - A Dismal Sign Of Our Times The sickening death of around 200 people in the villages of Plateau State is an awful sign of our times. Desperation stalks the land, the people are frantic for any way out of the terrible lives they live, mired in poverty, inequality and corruption. Our
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN NOVEMBER 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-november-2023-edition/) - The poor majority have suffered major attacks on their living standards in the last few months. The price of petrol tripled, transport costs doubled and officially food inflation was over 30% over the year to the end of September. However, the trades unions have so far failed to provide the necessary robust response need to these The poor majority have suffered major attacks on their living standards in the last few months. The price of petrol tripled, transport costs doubled and officially food inflation was over 30% over the year to the end of September. However, the trades unions have so far failed to provide the necessary robust response need to these
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN DECEMBER 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-december-2023/) - The socialist Bulletin from Socialist Labour is available for the month of December 2023. Download, read and share widely. Socialist-Bulllletin-Dec-2023-Download https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Socialist-Bulletin-Dec-2023-.pdf The socialist Bulletin from Socialist Labour is available for the month of December 2023. Download, read and share widely. Socialist-Bulllletin-Dec-2023-Download https://socialistlabour.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Socialist-Bulletin-Dec-2023-.pdf
- [IMOUDU AND KOKORI: THE TAIL OF TWO HEROES](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/imoudu-and-kokori-the-tail-of-two-heroes/) -  By Biodun Olamosu Written during the Easter period, April 1996, in Kaduna while on the run away from Kano where four people associated with the author were arrested and detained as they were told to produce him. The article was later published as a chapter of a book titled: Politics, Governance and Fighters for Democracy By Biodun Olamosu Written during the Easter period, April 1996, in Kaduna while on the run away from Kano where four people associated with the author were arrested and detained as they were told to produce him. The article was later published as a chapter of a book titled: Politics, Governance and Fighters for Democracy
- [Student Loans – a Cruel Hoax in Place of Proper Funding of Tertiary Education](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/student-loans-a-cruel-hoax-in-place-of-proper-funding-of-tertiary-education/) - The Student Loans Act signed by Tinubu on Democracy Day (12th June) 2023 is a cruel hoax. Student loans have failed in Western countries and the version for Nigeria will help very few students due to the harsh conditions. The Government’s supporters claim that loans are the modern way to fund higher education. They claim that The Student Loans Act signed by Tinubu on Democracy Day (12th June) 2023 is a cruel hoax. Student loans have failed in Western countries and the version for Nigeria will help very few students due to the harsh conditions. The Government’s supporters claim that loans are the modern way to fund higher education. They claim that
- [We Need to Organise for a Strategy to Win](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-to-organise-for-a-strategy-to-win/) - Socialist always try to extend, to deepen and to generalise strikes so that with unity and solidarity we can win. In contrast, as was shown yet again with the recent general strike, trade union leaders want to contain our struggles and maintain their control. The tripling of the price of petrol in June threw millions Socialist always try to extend, to deepen and to generalise strikes so that with unity and solidarity we can win. In contrast, as was shown yet again with the recent general strike, trade union leaders want to contain our struggles and maintain their control. The tripling of the price of petrol in June threw millions
- [People of Niger hit hard by sanctions imposed since the coup by the Nigerian Government and others](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/people-of-niger-hit-hard-by-sanctions-imposed-since-the-coup-by-the-nigerian-government-and-others/) - Chicken sellers in front of a pharmacy in Niamey Hamsa Diakité, 65, cannot remember the last time the eight members of his family ate a good meal. She supported them by selling fried bread until the July 26 coup led to sanctions against Niger, reducing incomes in one of the world's poorest countries and leaving Chicken sellers in front of a pharmacy in Niamey Hamsa Diakité, 65, cannot remember the last time the eight members of his family ate a good meal. She supported them by selling fried bread until the July 26 coup led to sanctions against Niger, reducing incomes in one of the world's poorest countries and leaving
- [Resolute Action Needed from the NLC/TUC As Government Reneges on its Promise!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/resolute-action-needed-from-the-nlc-tuc-as-government-reneges-on-its-promise/) - Half Way Through the NLC/TUCs 30 day suspension of its strike the Federal Government appears to have reneged on its promise to pay all Federal workers N35,000. The trade unions shoud seek clarification on this issue. Then the NLC/TUC should consider strike action if the Memorandum of Understanding is not to be implemented as agreed.
- [Trade Unions in the States will have to fight to Win Pay Increases](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-in-the-states-will-have-to-fight-to-win-pay-increases/) - In January, 2023, workers in Federal Government budget funded bodies were given a 40% pay increase. As a result of the agreement to suspend strike action by the NLC/TUC in early October Federal workers were awarded another increase of N35,000 a month (at least for those funded by the Treasury). However, these increases do not In January, 2023, workers in Federal Government budget funded bodies were given a 40% pay increase. As a result of the agreement to suspend strike action by the NLC/TUC in early October Federal workers were awarded another increase of N35,000 a month (at least for those funded by the Treasury). However, these increases do not
- [CAC TRADE UNION  WINS DISMISSAL OF DICTATORIAL REGISTRAR-GENERAL](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/cac-trade-union-win-dismissal-of-dictatorial-registrar-general/) - ‘CAC SHALL RISE AGAIN’ A WHISTLE BLOWING ACCOUNT OF THE TENURE OF A.G. ABUBAKAR, THE OUT GONE REGISTRAR-GENERAL OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, JANUARY 7TH 2020 - 13TH OCTOBER, 2023. 2. THE TOTALITARIAN CAC VICTIMS’ ACCOUNT OF THE HUMAN RIGHT ABUSE AND OTHER ILLEGALITIES OCCASIONED BY THE OUTGONE REGISTRAR-GENERAL OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, A.G. ABUBAKAR. The
- [Join Socialist Labour if You Are Angry About NLC/TUC’s Failure to Strike](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/join-socialist-labour-if-you-are-angry-about-nlc-tucs-failure-to-strike/) - We waited four months for the NLC/TUC to act. And then they called off their promised indefinite general strike for a few crumbs from the Government. You are right to be angry – we can do better than this! We need you to join Socialist Labour so that next time we are strong enough to We waited four months for the NLC/TUC to act. And then they called off their promised indefinite general strike for a few crumbs from the Government. You are right to be angry – we can do better than this! We need you to join Socialist Labour so that next time we are strong enough to
- [Workers Struggles And The General Strike Of 1963; By Izielen Agbon](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/workers-struggles-and-the-general-strike-of-1963-by-izielen-agbon/) - “Workers do not strike every day, they cannot do that the way they function in the capitalist economy. The way they have to live by selling their labor power makes that impossible.” — Ernest Mandel THE PLANNED general strike of October 3, 2023 was called off a few hours before it began. Like most NLC-TUC planned general “Workers do not strike every day, they cannot do that the way they function in the capitalist economy. The way they have to live by selling their labor power makes that impossible.” — Ernest Mandel THE PLANNED general strike of October 3, 2023 was called off a few hours before it began. Like most NLC-TUC planned general
- [Niger: a time of uncertainty](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/niger-a-time-of-uncertainty/) - PAUL MARTIAL The July 26 coup in Niger came as a surprise. No one had seen it coming either inside the country or in the French or American government offices, although they are generally well informed about the situation in African countries. A paradox for a country which has just experienced its fifth coup d'état
- [Culture and Liberation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/culture-and-liberation/) - Culture is important for our liberation. The following two articles by supporters of Socialist Labour consider two aspects of our common culture. The first considers the importance of music, especially Reggae and Afrobeat, and their links to African liberation. The second considers the historic loss of artistic skills with the example of the Benin bronzes Culture is important for our liberation. The following two articles by supporters of Socialist Labour consider two aspects of our common culture. The first considers the importance of music, especially Reggae and Afrobeat, and their links to African liberation. The second considers the historic loss of artistic skills with the example of the Benin bronzes
- [Mobilisation for an Active General Strike is Essential](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/mobilisation-for-an-active-general-strike-is-essential/) - In the last year, the working-class in Nigeria have suffered a series of major setbacks. It is essential that these defeats are overturned as soon as possible. This requires the NLC and the TUC to make serious preparations towards the indefinite general strike and to ensure that it includes protests and rallies on a daily In the last year, the working-class in Nigeria have suffered a series of major setbacks. It is essential that these defeats are overturned as soon as possible. This requires the NLC and the TUC to make serious preparations towards the indefinite general strike and to ensure that it includes protests and rallies on a daily
- [NLC and TUC Need to Change Strategy – lessons from the last decade – Alex Batubo](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-and-tuc-need-to-change-strategy-lessons-from-the-last-decade-alex-batubo/) - The strategy of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trades Union Congress (TUC) over the last decade or so has included extended negotiations, limited strike threats and generally calling off strikes at the last moment. The assumption appears to have been that we have decent governments that only occasionally need reminding to do the The strategy of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trades Union Congress (TUC) over the last decade or so has included extended negotiations, limited strike threats and generally calling off strikes at the last moment. The assumption appears to have been that we have decent governments that only occasionally need reminding to do the right thing. In fact we have corrupt governments that only work to further enrich themselves and their elite friends. They rarely, if ever, actually implement any agreements that they have signed with the trade unions.
- [WE WON: University of Lagos Students Assert Their Democratic Rights Amidst Adverse Circumstances](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-won-university-of-lagos-students-assert-their-democratic-rights-amidst-adverse-circumstances/) - To reconvene, kick-start total protests and agitations after 48 hours ultimatum Yesterday's protest by University of Lagos students against fee hike and underfunding of education is a powerful display of class consciousness and collective action.It was a direct confrontation rejecting the neoliberal siege on public education.We maintain that our struggle is a fight for affordable, To reconvene, kick-start total protests and agitations after 48 hours ultimatum Yesterday's protest by University of Lagos students against fee hike and underfunding of education is a powerful display of class consciousness and collective action.It was a direct confrontation rejecting the neoliberal siege on public education.We maintain that our struggle is a fight for affordable,
- [We Need a Sustained Fight Back Against the High Cost of Living](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-a-sustained-fight-back-against-the-high-cost-of-living/) - Workers and the popular masses have suffered a continued massive attack on their living standards. This cannot continue, we have to build a mass popular campaign led by the labour movement to significantly reverse the massive increase in inequality. The alternative is a continued rise in abject poverty and destitution that will lead to increasing
- ['A tinderbox waiting to explode’: Niger and neo-colonialism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/a-tinderbox-waiting-to-explode-niger-and-neo-colonialism/) - An interview with a member of Socialist Labour. It will be working class rank and file soldiers that will bear the brunt of the fighting in any invasion, sent to fight their class brothers in Niger, whilst the ruling elite cheer them on. This is one of the main reasons why we are against any
- [Socialist Bulletin September 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-september-2023/) - The socialist Bulletin from Socialist Labour is available for the month of Septermber 2023. Download, read and share widely. SEPTEMBER-Bulletin-2023Download
- [    HAS ANYTHING CHANGED IN THE UNTENABLE OLD  ](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/has-anything-changed-in-the-untenable-old/) - STORY OF HIKE IN THE PRICE OF FUEL? By Biodun Olamosu Biodun provides the background that we need to understand the recent massive hike in the price of petrol, transport costs and so inflation generally. We all know that as a result we are all poorer than even we were before. This briefing provides the STORY OF HIKE IN THE PRICE OF FUEL? By Biodun Olamosu Biodun provides the background that we need to understand the recent massive hike in the price of petrol, transport costs and so inflation generally. We all know that as a result we are all poorer than even we were before. This briefing provides the
- [Socialist Labour Bulletin August 2023 Edition](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-august-2023-edition/) - Read and distribute widely. SL-Socialist-Bulletin-Aug-2023-Download
- [We All Need to Build the NLC Protests and a National Strike](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-all-need-to-build-the-nlc-protests-and-a-national-strike/) - • Support the labour movement protests and general strike now!• Organise massive protests in all towns and cities!!• Unity and solidarity by all popular organisations to win!!!The Tinubu government has resolved to fully implement the neoliberal policies of the IMF and World Bank. This means a massive growth of poverty for us and further enrichment
- [Niger Needs A Mass Struggle Against Inequality, not a Coup](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/niger-needs-a-mass-struggle-against-inequality-not-a-coup/) - As in Nigeria, the mass of the population in Niger suffer horrendous poverty. The military coup will not help these people. It is also likely to see more repression against the much-needed mass movement against poverty and the other anti-people policies. However, an invasion by Nigeria would only make matters so much worse. Many people
- [COMRADE OLAOYE SANDA: AN OUTSTANDING SOCIALIST ACTIVIST](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/comrade-olaoye-sanda-an-outstanding-socialist-activist/) - Comrade Laoye Sanda li
- [MASS RESISTANCE AGAINST DIRECT TAXATION IN NIGERIA, 1927-1928](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/mass-resistance-against-direct-taxation-in-nigeria-1927-1928/) - “IF YOU DO NOT KNOW HISTORY, THEN YOU DO NOT KNOW ANYTHING. YOUARE A LEAF THAT DOES NOT KNOW IT IS PART OF A TREE.” AFRICAN PROVERB Under Article IV of the IMF’s Articles of Agreement, the IMF holds annual bilateral discussions with member nations. An IMF staff team visits the country, collects information, and
- [What Does a Mass Protest Look Like?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-does-a-mass-protest-look-like/) - The following video reminds us what a mass protest looks like. This was the last time we saw a major national general strike when Goodluck Johnathan threatened to increase the price of fuel from N65 to N200 in early 2012. The eight-day general strike resulted in the fuel price being increased by less than 50
- [We Need a Mass United Campaign Against Anti-People Attacks](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-a-mass-united-campaign-against-anti-people-attacks/) - We need a united campaign against anti-people attacks. We need a mass campaign that unites both those trade unions that are prepared to lead action and those progressive civil society organisations that have the ability to organise at the grass-roots.
- [Socialist Bulletin July 2023 Edition](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-july-2023-edition/) - The Socialist Bulletin for the month of June is available for download. Read and share SL-Bulletin-July-2023Download
- [No Attacks on the Labour Movement! Condemn the Burning of NLC President’s House!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/no-attacks-on-the-labour-movement-condemn-the-burning-of-nlc-presidents-house/) - Socialist Labour condemns in the strongest possible terms the burning of Comrade Joe Ajaero’s House in Lagos at the weekend. The entire building was razed to the ground without a pin salvaged, but thank fully no lives were lost. Whilst the full might of the DSS and the police are used to personally protect each
- [Fuel Subsidy Corruption is Centred on the NNPC – Izielen Agbon](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fuel-subsidy-corruption-is-centred-on-the-nnpc-izielen-agbon/) - Since 2016, the NNPC has been operating a Direct Sale Direct Purchase (DSDP) arrangement. Under this arrangement, NNPC exported crude oil to approximately 16 oil trading companies. In return, the oil trading companies imported refined products (including petrol) of the same value for NNPC. These products were then sold to oil marketers for distribution/sale to
- [Socialist Bulletin June 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-june-2023/) - The June edition of Socialist Bulletin is available for free download. Read and share!
- [Reforming the trade unions](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/reforming-the-trade-unions/) - How Do We Stop Corruption in the Labour Movement? Alex Batubo and Idris Sulaiman Shanono Some, so called, comrades distort the meaning of struggle and join trade unionism and activism just to loot the treasury. They illegally enrich themselves from the sweat of defenceless union members and sell their images to those in the corridors
- [TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR BAYO ABORISADE ON HIS RETIREMENT](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tribute-to-professor-bayo-aborisade-on-his-retirement/) - By Biodun Olamosu, Books Farm House & Publishers, Signs & Wonders Shopping Complex, Ibadan. I am delighted to be part of history in felicitating with Prof Bayo Aborisade on this occasion of his retirement from the Federal University of Technology (FUTA), Akure. He has spent a greater part of his working life here to advance
- [Nigerian  Working Class and the Struggle for Decent Pensions](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nigerian-working-class-and-the-struggle-for-decent-pensions/) - by Ivor Takor Introduction There comes a time in a person’s life cycle, when they can no longer be fit for active economic activities, earning regular income through work. It is a period of rest, for those who have planned for it and a period of poverty and destitution for those who have failed to
- [Femi Aborisade Talks on the General Election](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/femi-aborisade-talks-on-the-general-election/) - The 2023 general election had its strengths and weaknesses. With the use of the Bimodal Voters Accreditation system (BVAS), prominent politicians, including serving and former governors, ministers and commissioners, among others lost in their polling units and states.
- [How can we stop childbearing being a death sentence? By Tina Ndi](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-can-we-stop-childbearing-being-a-death-sentence-by-tina-ndi/) - With an estimated 512 deaths per 100,000 live births, Nigeria’s maternal mortality rate is still among the highest in the world.
- [May Day – Unions and Left Unity to Stop Fuel Price Increases](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/may-day-unions-and-left-unity-to-stop-fuel-price-increases/) - The proposed removal of the fuel subsidy and resulting further price increases, is one of the most vicious attacks working people have ever faced.
- [When Will the Trade Unions Really Use their Power?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/when-will-the-trade-unions-really-use-their-power/) - We need the full implementation of the NLC Charter of Workers Demands. Until all these demands are actually implemented we need effective protests and strikes to be organised by all trade unions. We need maximum solidarity to improve our lives. Unite we stand! Divided we continue to fall!!
- [Socialist Bulletin April 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-april-2023/) - Download Read and share April-2023-Socialist-Bulletin-Download
- [How Can Socialists Be Successful in Elections?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-can-socialists-be-successful-in-elections/) - IBRAHIM MUHIMMAND MAIKARFI The more Socialist Labour supporters we have available, the more chances of changing the courses of the lives of the workers and individuals in the community for the better. The major challenges include:- Lack of awareness of the socialist movement among the labour leaders. Many union leaders are not aware of the
- [SOLIDARITY IS THE ONLY WAY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-is-the-only-way/) - by Uche Okafor Comrade Ajaero’s (new NLC - Nigeria Labour Congress, President) approach to labour agitation may not yield the needed result. Without solidarity across the trade union movement, we may not get the result we want. Let us pursue solidarity with all the energy and resources we have. If there is anything that we
- [Socialist Bulletin March 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-march-2023/) - Download, Read and Share!!!
- [Trade Union Unity and Solidarity Can Reverse Our Suffering](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-union-unity-and-solidarity-can-reverse-our-suffering/) - After poorly managed elections and a result that is disappointing for many, we need to continue the struggle where the working class is strongest: work place / trade unions. Elections are important, but they are dominated by money and coverage in the mass media, including television, radio and the newspapers. These are all owned by
- [ELECTIONS THE CHALLENGE AND ALBATROSS OF SOCIALIST TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-and-the-elections/) - Most often, people use the terms capitalism and socialism in reference to socio-political rather than economic systems/models.
- [World Economic Crisis](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/world-economic-crisis/) - The global economy is expected to slow down this year, with many countries facing a recession.
- [The Poor Are Dying Because the Corrupt Elite Are Fighting Amongst Themselves](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-poor-are-dying-because-the-corrupt-elite-are-fighting-amongst-themselves/) - We are all suffering because the tiny corrupt elite are fighting amongst themselves. The central bank created a scarcity of Naira notes in a vain attempt to stop vote buying. The fuel marketeers are refusing to supply enough fuel because of disputes over subsidy and the price of petrol.
- [Who Dey Giv Us Dis Kain Leada Dem?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/who-dey-giv-us-dis-kain-leada-dem/) - Steve Bode We dey always talk one thing wey I no undastand. We dey always talk am say: ‘Na God dey giv pipo leada’ Pastor dey always tell us say make we dey pray for awa leada dem and Imam dey talk am say make we dey obey awa leada bikos na God choose dem
- [<strong>We Need to Fight to Survive After the Election!</strong>](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-to-fight-to-survive-after-the-election/) - We need to develop a massive campaign to support the trade unions to lead an active struggle so that we can survive the next government.
- [Socialist Bulletin February 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-february-2023/) - Download read and share. SL-bulletin-Feb-2023Download
- [Minimum Wage and Inflation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/minimum-wage-and-inflation/) - According to the World Bank (December, 2022), in Nigeria: “consumer price inflation has surged and is currently one of the highest globally.” So the minimum wage should be increased at least annually.
- [Socialist Bulletin January 2023](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-january-2023/) - Download, Read and Share!! SL-bulletin-Jan-2023Download
- [Moving from Consumption to Production](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/moving-from-consumption-to-production/) - Izielen Agbon Nigeria is a consuming nation. We are not a producing nation. We export raw materials produced largely by foreign firms and import processed goods to meet most of our daily needs. This has been the foundation of our economy since the Europeans landed on our shores. The fundamental economic, political and social relations
- [Tinubu is no friend of workers or their trade unions](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tinubu-is-no-friend-of-workers-or-their-trade-unions/) - The recent meeting of the presidents of the NLC and TUC with Bola Tinubu reinforces the mistaken impression that Tinubu is a friend of workers and their trade unions.Tinubu has, throughout his life consistently attacked workers and their organisations. In addition, the origins of his business empire suggest that he is extremely corrupt. His recent
- [Sudan - The resistance committees: a revolution from below](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sudan-the-resistance-committees-a-revolution-from-below/) - By Hamad Gamal et Sarah Bachellerie Workers councils have developed at the highpoints of working class struggle over the last 100 years or more. In Russia from 1905 they were termed soviets, in Iran in 1979 they were called shoras. In Sudan currently, they are called resistance committees. In each case they formed the basis
- [Does Asking the Government to do More on Security Save Lives? - Alex Batubo](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/does-asking-the-government-to-do-more-on-security-save-lives-alex-batubo/) - Some people are campaigning for the security forces to do more on security. We are facing increased insecurity, but will demanding more from the armed forces really reduce the number of people who are killed? People have demanded that bandits, kidnappers and others be called ‘terrorists’ and so allow the army and others to shoot
- [Cameroon: never ending Biya](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/cameroon-never-ending-biya/) - Paul Biya has now been in power in Cameroon for over four decades. A record of longevity leaving the populations drained in a corrupt country in the grip of a dirty war in its English-speaking region.
- [Socialist Bulletin December 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-december-2022/) - The December 2022 edition of socialist Bulletin is out for downloads.
- [<strong>Stop the Repression in Chad</strong>](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/stop-the-repression-in-chad/) - After the National Conference in September 2022, the Chadian opposition was drowned in blood with over 50 killed, 300 injured and hundreds arrested according to the Government’s own figures. But Amnesty International reported 30 deaths in the southern town of Moundou alone. Chadian armed forces have been used against the rebels in Mali and Boko
- [Non-payment of University Salaries is an Attack on Us All!!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/non-payment-of-university-salaries-is-an-attack-on-us-all/) - An attack on one is an attack on us all!
- [Socialist Bulletin, November 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-november-2022/) - Socialist Bulletin November 2022 is available for downloads
- [What is Politics?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-is-politics/) - Politics is therefore the conflict in the struggle in which the haves not only want to keep but to increase what they have while the have-nots want to survive.
- [Climate Change – fundamental change is essential](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/climate-change-fundamental-change-is-essential/) - Global climate change is already having a detrimental impact on many of the poorer people of Nigeria.
- [Socialist Labour Bulletin October 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-october-2022/) - Socialist-1Download - Download , read and share
- [LESSONS OF THE ASUU STRIKE – NOT ENOUGH FOR VICTORY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/lessons-of-the-asuu-strike-not-enough-for-victory/) - ASUU members executed and sustained an amazing strike for eight months, most of that time without their wages being paid. The NLC organised a wonderful set of solidarity marches and rallies in all the state capitals at the end of the month of July, 2022, but unfortunately, this was not enough for victory. ASUU members have now returned to work based on a court order and the intervention of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
- [Workers Strikes & Protests during August 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/workers-strikes-protests-during-august-2022/) - We need your assistance to ensure that this monthly report is comprehensive. Please submit details of any strikes or other protests in your state or community to tpapsnigeria@gmail.com All these strikes and protests need our support and solidarity. We call on all trade union branches to send messages of support and to organise solidarity visits
- [Socialist Bulletin September 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-september-2022/) - Socialist Bulletin September 2022 is available for download. Read and share
- [Solidarity with ASUU – Forward to Victory!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-with-asuu-forward-to-victory/) - ASUU members have now voted to continue with their strike action with the move to an indefinite strike.
- [Trade Unions Need to do More to Protect Women in the Workplace - Tina Ndi](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/trade-unions-need-to-do-more-to-protect-women-in-the-workplace-tina-ndi/)
- [What has the Government Offered ASUU After Six Months of Strike?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-has-the-government-offered-asuu-after-six-months-of-strike/) - The ASUU strike is over the refusal of the Federal Government to implement its Memorandum of Agreement signed with ASUU at the end of the last strike that ended in December 2020 after nine months.
- [Workers Strikes & Protests during July 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/workers-strikes-protests-during-july-2022/) - All these strikes and protests need our support and solidarity. We call on all trade union branches to send messages of support and to organise solidarity visits to any strikes in their localities.
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN AUGUST 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-august-2022/) - The August edition of Socialist Bulletin is available for download Read and share. SL-bulletin-August-2022-Download
- [PHOTOS SPEAK. Trade Union Protests in Every State – solidarity with education strikes](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/photos-speak-trade-union-protests-in-every-state-solidarity-with-education-strikes/) - The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), its member unions and others organise massive protests across the country in solidarity with the education strikes. The trade unions have yet again shown their ability to organise huge protests in all state capitals.
- [NLC Charter of Demands](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-charter-of-demands/) - We believe that the Charter provides an important set of demands. First, any politician who is asking for support from the millions of workers and other toiling people should be asked to accept the Charter as a basis for their manifesto.
- [WOMEN, POLITICS AND THE LAW](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/women-politics-and-the-law/) - Nine Questions for Politicians about Women What do you think should be done to reduce the incidence of maternal mortality in Nigeria from the current level of 814 women per 100,000 live birthsMaternal mortality can be reduced by increased access to maternal healthcare (that is, antenatal, natal and postnatal healthcare) mostly in rural areas and
- [Socialist Bulletin, July 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-july-2022/) - Socialist bulletin July 2022 edition is available for free download. Download , read and share.
- [TPAP-M, 2023, Labour, and actually existing “Labour Party”](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tpap-m-2023-labour-and-actually-existing-labour-party/) - The left, with its basically socialist ideology, has been historically and consistently on the side of the labour movement, in its widest sense, in Nigeria since the colonial period.
- [The Labour Party in New Colour](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-labour-party-in-new-colour/) - A Preliminary Response; By Jaye Gaskia
- [Socialist Bulletin June 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-june-2022/) - Socialist bulletin June 2022 edition is available for free download. Download , read and share. SL-bulletin-June-2022Download
- [Labour Party and the Left](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/labour-party-and-the-left/) - By Femi Falana. Since the days of the struggles against colonialism workers and their leaders have always been interested in the question of political power. Generations of the broad left have nursed the consciousness that the problems in the political economy, as they affect the working people, cannot be fundamentally solved if workers are indifferent to the fundamental question: who “authoritatively” allocates resources and in whose interest? Who defines what is development?
- [Them and Us – What is the Best Approach to Trade Union Activity?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/them-and-us-what-is-the-best-approach-to-trade-union-activity/) - The author Joe Burns says there are two different approaches to trade unionism. These are what he calls class struggle unionists and business unionists. This extract from his book explains these two terms. Socialist Labour supports the class struggle approach to trade unionism. Seeing the payment of wages as theft leads class struggle unionists to
- [How do we Reform Trade Union to Defeat Neoliberalism?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-do-we-reform-trade-union-to-defeat-neoliberalism/) - Alex Batubo Many comrades in the trade union movement became active to change the world, but neoliberalism has defeated too many and they have been changed – for the worse. This is especially the case for the trade union leaders. The combination of the dominant ideas in society, regular meetings with government officials and feeling
- [THE MOMENT AND THE MOVEMENT: NAVIGATING THE NEXUS BETWEEN STRATEGIC PATIENCE AND TACTICAL URGENCY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-moment-and-the-movement-navigating-the-nexus-between-strategic-patience-and-tactical-urgency/) - [NOTES FOR PRESENTATION AS A PANELIST AT THE TUC CONFERENCE ON WORKERS POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT] BY JAYE GASKIA [Member of The People’s Alternative Political-Movement (TPAP-M) Secretariat] There is no doubt that as a people, as a class and as a movement, we are presently at another critical juncture in our collective history. This juncture is characterised
- [THE MOMENT AND THE MOVEMENT: NAVIGATING THE NEXUS BETWEEN STRATEGIC PATIENCE AND TACTICAL URGENCY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-moment-and-the-movement-navigating-the-nexus-between-strategic-patience-and-tactical-urgency/) - [NOTES FOR PRESENTATION AS A PANELIST AT THE TUC CONFERENCE ON WORKERS POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT] BY JAYE GASKIA [Member of The People’s Alternative Political-Movement (TPAP-M) Secretariat] There is no doubt that as a people, as a class and as a movement, we are presently at another critical juncture in our collective history. This juncture is characterised
- [May Day and the Need for Collective Struggle and Left Unity](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/may-day-and-the-need-for-collective-struggle-and-left-unity/) - May Day celebrates the collective spirit of the working class and its unity.
- [A COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF “NIGERIA: THE STATE OF THE NATION” SUMMIT OF THE ACADEMIC STAFF UNION OF UNIVERSITIES (ASUU), BAUCHI ZONE, HELD AT ABUBAKAR TAFAWA BALEWA UNIVERSITY (ATBU), BAUCHI ON THURSDAY, 28TH OCTOBER, 2021. ](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/a-communique-issued-at-the-end-of-nigeria-the-state-of-the-nation-summit-of-the-academic-staff-union-of-universities-asuu-bauchi-zone-held-at-abubakar-tafawa-balewa-university/) - ACADEMIC STAFF UNION OF UNIVERSITIES (ASUU) BAUCHI ZONE ASUU-Bauchi-Zone-Bauchi-October-2021-Summit-FinalDownload
- [Understanding the War in Ukraine  ](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/understanding-the-war-in-ukraine-/) - By Biodun Olamosu War, according to Carl von Clausewitz, is the continuation of policy by other means that is not conventional. His emphasis is on clashes of interest for political motives by the state institutions thereby leading to violence. This involves killings, maiming of people and destruction of properties, lack of safety and security and
- [What Strategy for a Socialist Electoral Victory? Interview with Danièle Obono April 8, 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-strategy-for-a-socialist-electoral-victory-interview-with-daniele-obono-april-8-2022/) - In the French presidential election, Jean-Luc Mélenchon is the socialist who was most likely to reach the second round of the elections. Danièle Obono is an MP for La France Insoumise (Rebellious France) and an Afro-feminist, anti-globalist and eco-socialist activist.
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN APRIL 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-april-2022/) - The latest monthly issues of Socialist Bulletin is available for free download. SL-bulletin-April-2022Download Read and share!
- [STOP ALL WARS!     NO TO RUSSIAN AGGRESSION!!      NO TO NATO!!!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/stop-all-wars-no-to-russian-aggression-no-to-nato/) - The Putin led war of Russian aggression and invasion against Ukraine that has caused the death of not a few people and the surge refugees into other countries is condemnable, so also the Ukraine state is responsible for the death of tens of thousands of people in the country fighting for their right for self-determination
- [Prof. Yusufu Zoaka paper presentation at the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) "Workers Political Conference", March 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/prof-yusufu-zoaka-paper-presentation-at-the-nigeria-labour-congress-nlc-workers-political-conference-march-2022/) - The following paper was recently presented, in early March 2022, at the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) “Workers Political Conference” by Professor Yusufu Ali Zoaka, the Lead Paper Presenter. As an academic and trade unionist, Prof Zoaka identifies the first of the main impediments against political engagement by trade emancipation as unity among the labour forces, the numerous socialist groups and civil society groups. He concludes by calling on the working people to close ranks under the leadership of the NLC to lead all into a more prosperous society that should promote equity, justice and fair play for all.
- [Prof. Omotoye Olorode paper presentation at TUCN Roundtable discussion, March 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/prof-omotoye-olorode-paper-presentation-at-tucn-roundtable-discussion-march-2022/) - The following paper was recently presented at the Trade Union Congress Political Round Table by Prof Toye Olorode as the Lead Discussant. As a seasoned trade union activist, Olorode is in an excellent position to review the relationship between trade unions and their support for political parties and elections. He concludes: "The task of Nigeria’s working people, clearly, is to organise and take that political power from the ruling class: by all means necessary!"
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN, MARCH 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-march-2022/) - The monthly bulletin from the platform of Socialist Labour is available for downloads. SL-bulletin-march-2022Download Download, Read and Share!
- [<strong>Lessons of the Last ASUU Strike – organise for solidarity to win</strong>](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/lessons-of-the-last-asuu-strike-organise-for-solidarity-to-win/) - Socialist Labour lends its full solidarity and support for this strike. We also call on all trade union branches and trade unionists to give their full support and solidarity for this strike
- [<strong>What are the Origins of Instability across the Sahel?</strong>](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-are-the-origins-of-instability-across-the-sahel/) - The destabilization of the Sahel is part of the crisis of the postcolonial states of the three countries Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger (but also northern Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, Benin etc).
- [Armies Represent the Armed Might of the Ruling Class](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/armies-represent-the-armed-might-of-the-ruling-class/) - There is a widespread myth that the role of armies is to protect the nation (the people). In fact, the historic role of armies is to protect the ruling class from the people and any competitive rulers in the neighbourhood.
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-2/) - February 2022 edition of Socialist Bulletin is available for free downloads. Download, Read and share! SL-bulletin-feb-2022Download
- [Protests should have Continued – the Government is Lying](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/protests-should-have-continued-the-government-is-lying/) - The concession from the Government on petrol prices was only the result of the threat of mass protests. Further real action is needed to achieve outright cancellation of fuel prices increases. The Government has claimed that they will now continue the fuel subsidy for another 18 months (until after the 2023 elections). But when was
- [Socialist Bulletin](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin/) - The December edition of Socialist Bulletin is available for download. Download, read and share. SL-bulletin-decDownload
- [Socialist Bulletin January 2022](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-january-2022/) - Download, read and share
- [Socialist Bulletin - November edition](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-november-edition/) - November Socialist Bulletin for free downloads
- [ASUU Strikes, Resilience and Victory.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/asuu-strikes-resilience-and-victory/) - An inquiring minds would often ask why does ASUU Strike? What are the conflicting relations between the union and the government?
- [INTERVIEW: Why every Nigerian should be proud of the Sokoto Caliphate — Prof Murray Last](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/interview-why-every-nigerian-should-be-proud-of-the-sokoto-caliphate-prof-murray-last/) - Murray Last says Nigeria could do with those same principles – justice, peacefulness, honest trade – that the Sokoto caliphate stood for.
- [FUEL SUBSIDY REMOVAL AND CLIMATE CHANGE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fuel-subsidy-removal-and-climate-change/) - The conversation about fuel price has to factor in the whole picture from the dire energy needs of the poor working-class Nigerian masses to individual health, environmental, and climate damage.
- [PRESS RELEASE: SOCIALIST LABOUR SUPPORTS RESEARCH INSTITUTE WORKERS STRIKE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/press-release-socialist-labour-supports-research-institute-workers-strike/) - Socialist Labour sends solidarity and support to the Joint Research and Allied Institutions Sector Unions (JORAISU) strike
- [How Can University Unions Make the Government Implement its Agreements?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-more-effective-united-strike-action-in-the-university-sector/) - The university sector has suffered gross underfunding and privatisation over the last two decades.
- [THE ROLE OF EDUCATION UNDER CAPITALISM](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-role-of-education-under-capitalism/) -  This crippling of individuals I consider the worst evil of capitalism...Albert Einstein
- [What is the Balance Sheet of the Four Week Public Sector Strike in Cross River State?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-is-the-balance-sheet-of-the-four-week-public-sector-strike-in-cross-river-state/) - The NLC and TUC managed to organise a united strike across the public sector in Cross River State and this was sustained for over four whole weeks. This included both state and local government workers. This was a great achievement against a state that is hostile to workers and their trade unions. The State has
- [Socialist Labour Calls for Solidarity with Public Sector Strikers of Cross River State](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-calls-for-solidarity-with-public-sector-strikers-of-cross-river-state/) - Socialist Labour calls for Solidarity with Cross River striking workers
- [Soviets and Sudanese Resistance Committees](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/soviets-and-sudanese-resistance-committees/) - Every time there are successful mass uprisings, the working-class sets up its own ways of organising its society. In Russia in 1917 these were called Soviets or committees, in Sudan, in 2019 and since, they are called Resistance Committees. Below we include a description of these Committees taken from the book, The Song of Revolt,
- [TPAP-M: BUILDING A MASS POLITICAL MOVEMENT OF THE WORKING PEOPLES:](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tpap-m-building-a-mass-political-movement-of-the-working-peoples/) - BY JAYE GASKIA The Peoples Alternative Political Movement (TPAP-M), established at the peoples alternative political summit (TPAPS) at the end of March 2021, is a coalition of individuals and organisations committed to the emergence of a mass workers party and the socialist transformation of Nigeria. Since its foundation, the movement has adopted a National Program
- [THE NIGERIAN WORKERS AND THE LABOUR PARTY: THE WAY FORWARD.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-nigerian-workers-and-the-labour-party-the-way-forward/) - Comrade Joseph S. Ndirang, Labour Party Chieftain, Abuja It is strange that most Nigerians do not know that the Labour Party is the baby and brain child of the Nigerian Labour movement as championed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), alongside its civil society allies. The Labour Party enjoys
- [CHRONICLE OF DEGREE DENIALS BY UNILORIN : A COMPLETE SYSTEMS FAILURE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/chronicle-of-degree-denials-by-unilorin-a-complete-systems-failure/) - Poju Akinyanju When Rasheedat Adesina was called to the Nigerian Bar in August of this year, her ordeal and courage in confronting persecution by the University of Ilorin {Unilorin) was brought to the fore, again. What was not known to some of us who were close to the struggles of Rasheedat because we do not
- [Socialist Labour Bulletin-September 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-september-2021/) - The September edition of Socialist Labour Bulletin is available for downloads
- [What is the balance sheet of the doctors' strike?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-is-the-balance-sheet-of-the-doctors-strike/) - Socialist Labour congratulates the doctors, members of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), for their steadfastness and tenacity in maintaining their strike for over two months from 2nd August 2021.
- [The Enemy of Our Enemy May be Equally Our Enemy](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-enemy-of-our-enemy-may-be-equally-our-enemy/) - The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban raises issues for socialist internationalists.
- [THE DANGER INHERENT IN THE PRESENT MOMENT: THE LEFT AND THE NIGERIA QUESTION](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-danger-inherent-in-the-present-moment-the-left-and-the-nigeria-question/) - The present moment is a very dicey one, characterised by systemic crisis, of such proportions that it seems to have engendered a situation of permanent crises – a crisis of rampant excruciating poverty, a crisis of rampaging endemic insecurity, and a crisis of near catastrophic degradation of human life; all of which pose an existential threat to the working peoples of our part of the world.
- [NDUKA EZE-A LEGACY OF SOCIALIST IDEOLOGY, NATIONALISM & WORKING CLASS CONSCIOUNESS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nduka-eze-a-legacy-of-socialist-ideology-nationalism-working-class-consciouness/) - Every society is a reflection of the consciousness and dominant ideology of its citizens. It could be consciousness towards religion and spirituality or economic and socio-political well-being. Whichever is dominant and prevalent will be the determinant of the direction of progress for such society. Again; it is also pertinent to acknowledge that the philosophical and ideological current of every period work in tandem to shape the direction of the overall development of societies.
- [SAY NO TO CASUAL WORK AND WAGE POVERTY: YES TO DECENT WORK](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/say-no-to-casual-work-and-wage-poverty-yes-to-decent-work/) - SAY NO TO CASUAL WORK! SAY NO TO CONTRACT WORK!! SAY NO TO JOB AND PAY CUTS! SAY YES TO JUST JOBS!! STAND UP FOR YOUR RIGHT! ORGANISE AND JOIN A UNION!!
- [Socialist Labour CALLS FOR SUPPORT FOR STRIKING NARD DOCTORS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-calls-for-support-for-striking-nard-doctors/) - The doctors have vowed to continue their strike on the basis of an appeal and motion for stay of execution of the court ruling directing them to resume work.
- [How Can We Address ‘insecurity’ – do aerial bombardments have any role?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-can-we-address-insecurity-do-aerial-bombardments-have-any-role-2/) - The Airforce have finally admitted that they killed 10 innocent civilians on a recent bombing run in Yobe State.
- [Socialist Labour Calls for the Doctors to Stand Firm and Other Health Workers to Take Strike Action](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-calls-for-the-doctors-to-stand-firm-and-other-health-workers-to-take-strike-action/) - Socialist Labour congratulates the doctors, members of NARD, for their steadfastness and tenacity in maintaining their strike since 2nd August 2021.
- [Support the NARD strike to improve spending on public health](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/support-the-nard-strike-to-improve-spending-on-public-health/) - Solidary with Health Workers
- [Socialist Bulletin February 2021 Edition](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-february-2021-edition/) - The February edition of the monthly bulletin by Socialist Labour is available Download, read and share february-bulletinDownload
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN, JANUARY 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-january-2021/) - The January issue of the monthly bulletin from Socialist Labour is now available for downloads. Click, download and share January-SL-bulletinDownload
- [Socialist Bulletin for March/April 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-for-march-april-2021/) - The monthly socialist Bulletin is available for free download. Download, read and share. March-bulletinDownload
- [Socialist Labour Bulletin, May 2021 Edition](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-may-2021-edition/) - The May edition of our monthly bulletin is available for download Socialist-Labour-MagDownload
- [Socialist Labour Bulletin - June 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-bulletin-june-2021/) - Our monthly bulletin is available for downloads. Download, read and share.
- [Socialist Bulletin-July 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-july-2021/) - Click ,download, read and share!
- [Gambo Sawaba (1933-2001)](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/gambo-sawaba-1933-2001/) - Gambo found oppression was unbearably revolting; hence she stoutly defended the rights of the weak. She did not accept wealth and shared every kobo of hers with the poor.
- [Socialist Labour Demands Active Support for the Doctors’ Strike!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-demands-active-support-for-the-doctors-strike/) - Solidarity with the striking doctors of NARD!
- [Global Warming and Its Local Impact](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/global-warming-and-its-local-impact/) - Global climate change is already having a detrimental impact on the people of Nigeria. Average temperatures have risen higher than the global average and are higher still for the more northern areas. 
- [Socialist Labour calls for Solidarity with the Doctors Strike](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-calls-for-solidarity-with-the-doctors-strike/) - Press release from Socialist Labour The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) started a national indefinite strike from Monday 2nd August over poor working conditions, irregular payments of salaries and a hazard allowance not reviewed since 1991.
- [Reflections on Prospects and Problems of Globalization on Nigerian Women Workers’ Interest in Trade Union Leadership](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/reflections-on-prospects-and-problems-of-globalization-on-nigerian-women-workers-interest-in-trade-union-leadership/) - Folorunsho provides an overview of global economic dictates, especially as they affect employment relations and workers’ rights in Nigeria.
- [CUBA - SPECIAL EDITION BULLETIN](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/cuba-special-edition-bulletin/) - Cuba-special-editionDownload
- [SOCIALIST BULLETIN AUGUST 2021](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-august-2021/) - Download for free
- [From Cuba: a description of the protests](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/from-cuba-a-description-of-the-protests/) - Four days after the events and after a thorough analysis, Comunistas reveals its official position on the protests that took place in Cuba last Sunday, 11 July.
- [Open Letter To NLC NEC on Kaduna](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/open-letter-to-nlc-nec-on-kaduna/) - Strike Action Needed over Kaduna State
- [Lessons of the JUSUN, PASAN and ASUP Strikes](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/lessons-of-the-jusun-pasan-and-asup-strikes/) - The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) and the Academic Staff Union Polytechnic (ASUP) show the way to win strikes
- [UNFINISHED WORKERS' STRIKE IN KADUNA STATE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unfinished-workers-strike-in-kaduna-state/) - By Biodun Olamosu - Last month the NLC led the Kaduna strike that was the climax of the best traditions of working class struggle.
- [IN MEMORY OF COMRADE THOMAS SANKARA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/in-memory-of-comrade-thomas-sankara/) - By Femi Falana(SAN) - I was in Benin last Saturday to participate in the public lecture organised by the Nigerian Youth Democratic Party. I returned to Lagos later in the evening....
- [EDWIN MADUNAGU: MARXIST SCHOLAR AT 75](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/edwin-madunagu-marxist-scholar-at-75/) - Edwin Madunagu’s life story is an exemplification of the multiculturalism that a pluralistic society like Nigeria represents. Possibly this is responsible for the metropolitan socialist world outlook that he adopted from early in his life.
- [Nigerians protest against insecurity](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nigerians-protest-against-insecurity/) - On the National Day of Action against insecurity in Nigeria, Monday 31st May,2021, protest were held at different locations across the country
- [Unpicking Sankara’s elusive socialism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/unpicking-sankaras-elusive-socialism/) - Thomas Sankara’s project of transformation was dramatically uneven. With his comrades, Sankara attempted to push through radical reforms. With his personal incorruptibility and deep commitment to transforming Burkina Faso’s diabolical underdevelopment, he remained an intransigent figure of opposition to the emergence of neoliberalism, privatisation and the marginalisation of Africa. Sankara understood that the African common people had to find their own way to development.
- [Thomas Sankara – Burkina Faso](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/thomas-sankara-burkina-faso/) - A popular coup d’état led by Captain Thomas Sankara made him President of, what was then called Upper Volta on August 4, 1983. He was only 33 years old. Four years later he was assassinated.
- [NLC Kaduna State Strike, JUSUN, PASAN & ASUP Strikes, Fuel Price Increases and The Minimum Wage: The Way Forward](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-kaduna-state-strike-jusun-pasan-asup-strikes-fuel-price-increases-and-the-minimum-wage-the-way-forward/) - Members and supporters of Socialist Labour were impressed that the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) organised and implemented the general strike in Kaduna State. Socialist Labour commends the courage and sacrifices of the workers of Kaduna State,...
- [Judiciary Workers, Kaduna State Workers, Parliamentary Workers and Polytechnic Lecturers Need Our Solidarity](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/judiciary-workers-kaduna-state-workers-parliamentary-workers-and-polytechnic-lecturers-need-our-solidarity/) - There are four vital strikes going on in Nigeria today. They are being organized by PASAN, JUSUN, ASUP and the NLC in Kaduna State. The success of these strikes has implications for beginning to address poverty, inequality, corruption and insecurity. But this is only the beginning, the depths of inequality mean that we have a
- [Banks, Schools, Airport, Train Station, Electricity Shut In Kaduna As Labour Strike Begins.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/banks-schools-airport-train-station-electricity-shut-in-kaduna-as-labour-strike-begins/) - Electricity supply, government schools and offices, banks, airport, train station have been totally shut in Kaduna as Labour, under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) commenced a five-day warning strike in the state. Workers, across the state and leadership of all the affiliate unions of NLC, are presently in Kaduna, the capital city of Kaduna State
- [IVA VALLEY BOOKS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/iva-valley-books/) - IVA VALLEY BOOKS sells a good range of socialist, economics and environmental books (new and fairly used). We are on the 2nd Floor of Labour House (NLC Offices) in central Area- Abuja. We are usually open from 9am to 4pm each weekday. We now also have a good selection of e-books which cost only around
- [Review | Fight the Fire](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/review-fight-the-fire/) - By Janet Bujra -9 May 2021 Jonathan Neale’s new book calls for a global mass movement to confront the capitalist forces driving climate breakdown. Janet Bujra reviews ‘Fight the Fire’, describing the transformative power of writing that links analysis with real world action and what must be done to fight climate disaster. This review was originally published by the Review of African
- [A REVIEW OF “NEW NIGERIANS” BY OLADIPO AGBOLUAJE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/a-review-of-new-nigerians-by-oladipo-agboluaje/) - Tokunbo Oke The play “New Nigerians” is a timely, cynical satire about the state of Nigerian politics. In the uncanny way that art sometimes mirrors life, the current political situation in Nigeria is very much analogous to some of the issues dealt with in this play. The main protagonist, Greatness Ogholi, is the presidential candidate
- [Elections in Benin and Chad then military coup in Chad shows Nigerian Government’s support for dictators across the region](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/elections-in-benin-and-chad-then-military-coup-in-chad-shows-nigerian-governments-support-for-dictators-across-the-region/) - The Buhari Government showed its support for dictators across the region during the general elections in neighbouring Benin and Chad; and then the military coup in Chad. Fake elections in the Benin and Chad in April had nothing to do with freedom nor democracy. Yet these façades were given credence by the Nigerian government as
- [How Can We Address ‘insecurity’ – do aerial bombardments have any role?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-can-we-address-insecurity-do-aerial-bombardments-have-any-role/) - On 3rd January 2021, French planes bombed a gathering near Bounty, a remote village in the middle of Mali. Soon afterwards, local people claimed that a wedding party had been attacked with many civilian deaths. The French tried to claim that they had ‘neutralised’ some ‘terrorists’. After extensive research, the UN reported at the end
- [The case against privatization](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-case-against-privatization/) - Femi Aborisade Privatization essentially refers to selling public bodies, public enterprises to private owners. Economic and financial reasons are usually the formal reasons declared by governments for privatization. The current Government, for example, claims it will help to finance this year’s budget through proceeds from privatisation of some public assets which has been put at around N200 billion.
- [Pensioners plan nationwide protest for pension increment](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/pensioners-plan-nationwide-protest-for-pension-increment/) - Members of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners were planning to embark on a massive nationwide protest over the failure of the government to increase their pension. Outgoing President of the NUP, Abel Afolayan, disclosed this in Abuja at the 11th quadrennial delegate conference of the union. He said his members would ground the Office of
- [Who Can’t Afford a Minimum wage of N30,000?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/who-cant-afford-a-minimum-wage-of-n30000/) - Some governors are claiming that their states cannot afford to pay the minimum wage of N30,000. So, for example, The Nation on Sunday, 18th April ran with the headline “States in panic mode as revenues tumble”. The problem is that this is just not true! All states are now receiving massively higher incomes than when
- [SOCIALIST LABOUR EXPRESSES SOLIDARITY WITH STRIKING MEMBERS OF JUSUN AND PASAN](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-labour-expresses-solidarity-with-striking-members-of-jusun-and-pasan/) - PRESS STATEMENT Biodun Olamosu, National Secretary, Socialist Labour Socialist Labour commits its full support and solidarity with the Judiciary and Parliamentary workers of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) and Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) during their current strike. We call on all our members and supporters to support these strikes and to
- [OPPRESSION OF WOMEN AND FIGHT BACK AGAINST CAPITALISM](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/oppression-of-women-and-fight-back-against-capitalism/) - BY BIODUN OLAMOSU In dedication to International Women’s Day. The question of women oppression in general and violence against women at work in particular has attracted debates for a long time before now across the world, but it seems to me that the problem has refused to leave just like the issue of witchcraft that
- [COVID 19 PANDEMIC, THE WORLD OF WORK AND THE POLITICS OF CURTAILMENT.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/covid-19-pandemic-the-world-of-work-and-the-politics-of-curtailment/) - BY JAYE GASKIA NOTES FOR A LECTURE DELIVERED AT THE 24TH PLENARY SESSION OF THE NGC OF AUPCTRE IN ENUGU: 10TH MARCH 2021 INTRODUCTION: The COVID 19 Pandemic which was formally declared by the WHO in January 2020, has had and continue to have deleterious and devastating impact on the world. As of 6th March
- [NLC/TUC Demonstrate They Can Still Organise Across the Country](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/nlc-tuc-demonstrate-they-can-still-organise-across-the-country/) - The NLC and TUC were able to organise protests at the Houses of Assembly in most states. The protests in Lagos and Abuja were widely reported and had thousands attending. Protestors in Ekiti State In Ekiti, activities at the Ekiti State House of Assembly were shut down for over three hours as aggrieved workers stormed
- [Organised Labour To Resist Moves to Decentralise National Minimum Wage; Sets March 10th For Nationwide Protest](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/organised-labour-to-resist-moves-to-decentralise-national-minimum-wage-sets-march-10th-for-nationwide-protest/) - Organised labour in the country has set March 10, 2021 to carry out a nationwide protest over moves by the National Assembly to decentralise legislation on minimum wage from the exclusive to the concurrent list, which will ultimately pave the way for states to set their minimum wages. Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), disclosed this in
- [Solidarity For a Decent Minimum Wage for All!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-for-a-decent-minimum-wage-for-all/) - The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Wednesday, 17th February “directed all states where the national minimum wage of N30,000 is yet to be paid to immediately proceed on industrial action.” The NEC viewed “the refusal to pay the new national minimum wage by state governments… as an act of
- [A NEW NIGERIA IS POSSIBLE: MOBILISING FOR THE PEOPLES’ ALTERNATIVE POLITICAL SUMMIT [T-PAPS] PROCESS:](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/a-new-nigeria-is-possible-mobilising-for-the-peoples-alternative-political-summit-t-paps-process/) - [ISSUED BY THE EXPANDED PLANNING COMMITTEE FOR T-PAPS – JANUARY 2021] Since the Flag independence of 1960, our country has been enmeshed in various forms of deep and endemic crises, oftentimes posing grave existential threat to the nation and her peoples.These crises often presenting as combined political, economic, socio-cultural and ecological in nature and character
- [State of The Struggle](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/state-of-the-struggle/) - State of the Struggle is an occasional publication from the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). This issue provides extensive commentary from the President, General Secretary and others on the prospects for workers during 2021. It also includes news from some NLC state councils and affiliate trade unions. The cover includes the following slogans
- [Ondo doctors begin strike over half salary payment](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/ondo-doctors-begin-strike-over-half-salary-payment/) - HILLARY ESSIEN Doctors of the Ondo Government Doctors Forum, have commenced an indefinite strike over half salary payments for November 2020. “Doctors in Ondo are working under harsh conditions. We cannot work from home. It is unfathomable that we are being paid half salary. We are not insensitive to the hardship this action will bring.
- [A year under the pandemic](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/a-year-under-the-pandemic/) - Joseph Choonara A year is a long time in pandemics. It is a little over 12 months since the first victims succumbed to Covid-19. By the time of writing, the global death toll had reached 1.5 million, a figure likely to rise substantially over the winter months in the northern hemisphere. Vast numbers more have suffered ill
- [ADDRESSING THE SNOWBALLING ‘HERDERS – FARMERS CONFLICTS’ AMIDST THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: THE URGENCY OF NOW](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/addressing-the-snowballing-herders-farmers-conflicts-amidst-the-national-development-the-urgency-of-now/) - By Jaye Gaskia The choice of the title for this piece is deliberate, and it is the outcome of relentless, and agitated, even if cautious reflection over the issue and phenomenon of what has transitioned from a perennial anomaly to an endemic crisis, of increasingly existential dimension for the country.The window of opportunity for resolving
- [Implications of Imperial Ambitions](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/implications-of-imperial-ambitions/) - By Simon Gilbert and Adrian Budd China’s rulers have, for the past four decades, sought to increase the country’s global role, particularly via their Belt and Road Initiative. Simon Gilbert reviews three recently published books on the repercussions of these policies, while Adrian Budd considers a study of US/Chinese tensions. These three books, in widely
- [Big Pharma: saints or sinners?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/big-pharma-saints-or-sinners/) - By Luigi Hay Free-market ideologues claim that ‘Big Pharma’ has saved the day by its quick development of Covid vaccines. Luigi Hay examines the reality. The especially fast development of the recent Covid-19 vaccines has led some commentators to claim that this shows how wonderful ‘Big Pharma’ really is – and how much these firms
- [The megarich have already recovered from the pandemic. It may take the poor a decade to do so](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-megarich-have-already-recovered-from-the-pandemic-it-may-take-the-poor-a-decade-to-do-so/) - OXFAM International, 25th January 2021 The 1,000 richest people on the planet recouped their COVID-19 losses within just nine months, but it could take more than a decade for the world’s poorest to recover from the economic impacts of the pandemic, reveals a new Oxfam report today. ‘The Inequality Virus’ is being published on the
- [THE NEW DEMOCRAT ADMINISTRATION WILL NO DOUBT DECLARE A NEW ERA FOR FOREIGN RELATIONS BUT WHAT WILL IT ACTUALLY DELIVER?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-new-democrat-administration-will-no-doubt-declare-a-new-era-for-foreign-relations-but-what-will-it-actually-deliver/) - Chris Nineham, Stop The War Coalition, UK Millions around the world will be celebrating the end of the Trump’s tenure and the inauguration of a new president. Despite his talk of ‘ending the era of endless wars’, Trump’s foreign policy brought destruction, misery and fear to many corners of the globe. Bombing in Syria and Iraq
- [How do we organise to stop sexual harassment?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-do-we-organise-to-stop-sexual-harassment/) - By Tina Ndi Recent media cases have again reminded us of the issue of sexual harassment. In Ogun state, the Commissioner for Environment was suspended for the attempted rape of a 16-year-old girl. The Deeper Life High School saga in Akwa Bom State shows that this is not just a case of harassment of women
- [Covid-19 Vaccination - What Should We Be Worried About?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/covid-19-vaccination-what-should-we-be-worried-about/) - An opinion by Drew Povey The Covid-19 continues to hit the headlines and many people are now discussing vaccination against the pandemic. Several vaccines have now completed their medical trials and are being rolled out in a number of countries. Some people have raised fears about the safety of these vaccines and whether vaccines developed
- [COMRADE HASSAN ADEBAYO SUNMONU: A LABOUR ICON IS 80 Part 1.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/comrade-hassan-adebayo-sunmonu-a-labour-icon-is-80-part-1/) - Comrade Salisu Nuhu Muhammad, the former Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). Until his voluntary retirement from active trade unionism a few years ago, the pioneer president of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), had been the longest serving Secretary General of the Accra-based, Organization of African Trade Unions Unity (OATUU), the workers’ apex
- [REIGN OF TYRANY AT THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION HEADQUARTERS ABUJA](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/reign-of-tyrany-at-the-corporate-affairs-commission-headquarters-abuja/) - Benjamin Anthony, President AUPCTRE There has been serious crisis arising from the tyrannical operation of the Registrar General of the Corporate Affairs Commission, Alhaji Garba Abubakar, and his management team. As a result, there has been maladministration and workers struggle between the management and the workers’ trade union, the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil
- [2021: BUILDING THE RESISTANCE, RETAKING THE INITIATIVE, MARCHING TOWARDS A RADICAL POLITICAL ALTERNATIVE.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/2021-building-the-resistance-retaking-the-initiative-marching-towards-a-radical-political-alternative/) - BY JAYE GASKIA Towards the end of 2019, the regime at the Federal Level initiated a new practice of introducing to the National Assembly, along with the proposals for the 2020 Federal budget, a Finance Bill which addressed the revenue source to fund the 2020 budget. Both bills eventually became the 2020 Appropriation Act and
- [Determinants of Women’s Empowerment in Ibadan Metropolis](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/determinants-of-womens-empowerment-in-ibadan-metropolis/) - Sunday K. Alonge, 2004 The empowerment of women is seen as the panacea for social ills, high population growth rate, environmental degradation and the low status of women, amongst others. In this study about 500 ever-married women aged 15 to 49 years were interviewed on the determinants of their empowerment. Nearly 90% of the women
- [How to Fight for Internationalism as People Become Sickened by The Nationalist Delirium.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-to-fight-for-internationalism-as-people-become-sickened-by-the-nationalist-delirium/) - Rotimi Agboluaje, Ibadan Human rights lawyers and activists, including Femi Falana, Femi Aborisade, Prof. Omotoye Olorode, Jaye Gaskiya faulted the call for restructuring along ethnic lines. They spoke at the Political Education Forum organized by the Oyo State chapter of the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond (ASCAB) which took place at NULGE House, Ibadan
- [Socialists and Nationalism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialists-and-nationalism/) - Chris Harman (1992), a British socialist who died in 2009 The left cannot fulfil its responsibilities unless it is clear on the relation between nation and class. Its starting point has to be a clear understanding that nationalism is about the organisation of capitalist society. On this Kautsky and Lenin were absolutely right against Otto
- [Insecurity – any solution without reducing inequality?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/insecurity-any-solution-without-reducing-inequality/) - By Drew Povey We face an increasing wave of insecurity – from Boko Haram in the north-east to cultists in the south-west, from bandits in Zamfara, farmer/herder disputes in the middle belt, with increasing burglaries and kidnapping everywhere. It would be great if the government could come to our rescue and eliminate those perpetrating the
- [THE REVOLUTIONARY POTENTIAL OF THE WORKING CLASS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-revolutionary-potential-of-the-working-class/) - Biodun Olamosu The socio-economic and political situation in the recent period has gone from bad to worse for most people. This is characterised by lack of basic things of life - food, clothing, shelter, water, electricity, good roads. But also unemployment, social inequality, disease, illiteracy, poor funding of education and health care systems, increased crime
- [Classes, Poverty and Failed Governance: the call for restructuring and the national question in Nigeria.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/classes-poverty-and-failed-governance-the-call-for-restructuring-and-the-national-question-in-nigeria/) - By Jaye Gaskia The raising of the national question and the agitation for restructuring is crafted by the ruling class primarily and solely in ethnic terms. Hence when they ask for restructuring, they are asking for ethnic restructuring; and when they talk about to regionalism, they are talking about ethnic regionalism. Thus, the agitation for
- [The Government is Weak – now is the time for ASUU, health workers, others to win!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-government-is-weak-now-is-the-time-for-asuu-health-workers-others-to-win/) - Alex Batubo ASUU closed down public universities for the last eight months or more. Their key demand is for proper funding for “revitalisation” of the universities. The concessions from the government, so far, are insulting. They include only a promise to pay some owed salaries (earned allowances) and only N30bn for "revitalisation" of the universities
- [Alhaji Balarabe Musa (ABM) – Adieu!](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/alhaji-balarabe-musa-abm-adieu/) - By Femi Aborisade Adieu, ABM, as we fondly called him in the left circles in the late 1970s. ABM was the first elected Governor of Kaduna State. He was sworn into office in October 1979 and was impeached on 23 August 1981. ABM told me that the members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly
- [Addressing The Dangerous Myth of 'Leaderless' And So-Called 'Classless' Revolution](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/addressing-the-dangerous-myth-of-leaderless-and-so-called-classless-revolution/) - BY JAIYE GASKIA The #EndSARS protest movement has raised issues around the phenomenon of leaderless movements and leaderless revolutions and even so-called classless revolution. The concept of leaderless movements is alien to socialism, and so is the concept of so-called leaderless revolution. It is not only alien to socialism, it is a deliberate historically contrived
- [Socialist Bulletin December 2020 issue](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialist-bulletin-december-2020-issue/) - This is the December edition of our monthly Bulletin from Socialist Labour. Download, read and share Socialist Bulletin December Download
- [FOR VICTORY - FIGHTING UNITY OF PROTESTORS LECTURERS OTHER STRIKING WORKERS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/for-victory-fighting-unity-of-protestors-lecturers-other-striking-workers/) - FOR VICTORY - FIGHTING UNITY OF PROTESTERS,LECTURERS & OTHER STRIKING WORKERSDownload
- [We are socialists and Marxists](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-are-socialists-and-marxists/) - We are socialists and MarxistsThe economic, environmental and Covid-19 crises have made clear that capitalism is aconflict between two classes: the vast majority who create the wealth, and a tiny minoritywho profit from it. Attempts to reform capitalism have failed: the only solution is toreplace it with a truly democratic socialist society. Capitalist rulers will

## Pages

- [Home](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/) - Trending Now Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere Breakdown of the liberal international order Fight and Win! The Way Forward For JOHESU Fight and Win! The Way Forward For JOHESU YOUR ENEMY’S ENEMY IS NOT NECESSARILY YOUR FRIEND NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended
- [Select Plan - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/select-plan-today-news-pro/) - Select a plan Choose a plan from below, subscribe, and get access to our exclusive articles! Monthly plan $ 0 billed monthly Yearly plan $ 0 billed yearly All plans include Donec sagittis elementum Cras tempor massa Mauris eget nulla ut Maecenas nec mollis Donec feugiat rhoncus Sed tristique laoreet Fusce luctus quis urna In
- [Checkout](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tds-checkout/) - HomeSample Page Checkout You must be logged in to access this page.
- [My account](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tds-my-account/) - HomeSample Page My account
- [Login/Register](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tds-login-register/) - Log In Username or Email address Password Forgot password? Log In Don't have an account? Sign up
- [JOIN US](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/join-us/) - GET IN TOUCH To join the Socialist Labour supporters WhatsApp group Click this link: Members of Socialist Labour make regular financial contributions, actively build the organisation, are active in their trade union branches and in campaigns like ASCAB and TPAP-M. Socialist Labour holds weekly Zoom meetings and monthly public meetings. We produce a monthly Socialist
- [Events](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-3/) - Keywords Location Any dates Category Choose an Event Category Business & Professional Charity & Causes Community & Culture Family & Education Fashion & Beauty Film, Media & Entertainment Food & Drink Game or Competition Other Performing & Visual Arts Politics Science & Technology Sports & Fitness Event Type Choose an Event Type Appearance or Signing
- [Checkout - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/checkout-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title You must be logged in to access this page.
- [My Account - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/my-account-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title
- [Login/Register - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/login-register-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title Log In Username or Email address Password Forgot password? Log In Don't have an account? Sign up
- [Search Modal - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/search-modal-today-news-pro/) - Search for an article Type in your search query...
- [Newsletter](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/newsletter/) - First name Email I accept the privacy policy
- [Further Reading.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/basic-readings-for-members/) - We have to try and understand the world to be able to change it! It is important that socialists educate ourselves by reading at least a few basic socialist booklets. Below we have provided a list of booklets that we can recommend to read to gain a basic understanding of the world, our history and
- [Rank and file organisation is vital in the trade unions](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/rank-and-file-organisation-is-vital-in-the-trade-unions/) - Trade unions are among the earliest and longest lasting forms of working class organisations. They arise from workers' need for mutual solidarity to deal with the twin pressures of a competitive 'labour market' and employers' power in the workplace. Where once trade unionism was largely restricted to so called 'manual' workers, the past half-century has
- [About Us](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/about-us/) - We are socialists and Marxists The economic, environmental, and Covid-19 crises have made clear that capitalism is a conflict between two classes:
- [Contact Us](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/contact-us/) - Call Us +1 800 123 456 789 Visit Us Here 27 Division St, New York, USA Open Hours Mon - Fri: 8.00 am. - 6.00 pm. Leave a Reply We are waiting for you on our office in New York or in way, contact us via the contact form below your idea. [contact-form-7 id="1016" title="contact"]
- [2 Columns](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/2-columns/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend November 4, 2019 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to
- [Socialists and Religion](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/socialists-and-religion/) - Religion should be a private affair and should not be allowed to divide us. Trade unions and socialist organisations should recognise the right of their members to adopt any religion or none. We support the rights of our people to hold their religious beliefs, to express such beliefs, to associate in order to promote such
- [Solidarity Wins Strikes](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/solidarity-wins-strikes/) - The major challenges we face are poverty, inequality and the associated corruption leading to the high levels of insecurity that we all suffer. The price of oil is now back to at least pre-Covid-19 levels and has been 100% higher than the benchmark price in the 2022 Federal budget of $62. So there is plenty
- [Working in our trade union branches is so important](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/fighting-together-over-the-issues-that-unite-us-all/) - Great movements are what change the world. For socialists, the most important are workers' movements. In the Communist Manifesto in 1848, Marx and Engels identified the working class as the 'gravedigger' of capitalism – the working class has the potential power to bury capitalism. When they wrote this, the working class was a tiny minority
- [Democracy without centralism will fail](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/democracy-without-centralism-will-fail/) - The challenge we face shapes the type of socialist organisation we need. If all we had to do was make general propaganda in favour of socialism, then the loosest form of association would be enough. But that would mean sitting on the side-lines, only commenting on real struggles and not participating and encouraging them. The
- [We need a party of leaders to change the world](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/we-need-a-party-of-leaders-to-change-the-world/) - Movements from below can change the world. They draw their power from their capacity to mobilise large numbers of people. Movements provide most of the energy and creativity involved in great challenges to our rulers. The overthrow of capitalism will involve an immense movement from below. It will engage the self-transforming activity of millions of
- [We are for genuine equality for women](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/9-we-are-for-genuine-equality-for-women/) - This is the ninth part of our series of articles on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. 'We hold these truths to be self-evident. All men are created equal.' So says the American Declaration of Independence. But what about women? Formal equality was part of the ideology of
- [Is there any place for parties in the movement?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/is-there-any-place-for-parties-in-the-movement/) - Many people in the ASCAB and the #EndSARS movements agree with Socialist Labour on general principles. They agree that we must oppose all forms of extortion and violence by the security forces. They agree that any movement against the corrupt elite must involve the initiative, energy and imagination of millions of organised workers and their
- [How was the Russian Revolution defeated?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/how-was-the-russian-revolution-defeated/) - The eighth part of our series of articles on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. In 1917, the Bolshevik Party, led by VI Lenin and L Trotsky, enabled the working class in Russia to take power and achieve socialism. This event was greeted across the world with enormous
- [Can there be socialism in one country?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/can-there-be-socialism-in-one-country/) - This is the seventh part in our series of articles on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. There are two fundamental reasons why socialism has to be international. Both rise from the nature of the existing global economic system, capitalism. One of capitalism's historic achievements has been the
- [Against imperialism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/against-imperialism/) - The sixth part of 20 chapters on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. What does “imperialism” mean? There is an old meaning, going back to ancient times. Imperialism meant a state using military power to conquer other peoples. In that sense it applied to the empires of ancient
- [Internationalism: workers of all countries unite](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/internationalism-workers-of-all-countries-unite/) - The fifth part of 20 chapters on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. In 1919, dockers in the American city of Seattle refused to load arms for use against the then recent Russian socialist revolution. They were followed by dockers in San Francisco, London, Hull and elsewhere. In
- [What is the case for real socialist change?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/what-is-the-case-for-real-socialist-change/) - The fourth part of 20 chapters on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. The argument for real socialist change is not really about 'violence'. It's about developing genuine popular power within society. It's about a vast expansion of democracy. The core meaning of socialism is that working class
- [Isn’t politics about winning seats in the National Assembly?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/isnt-politics-about-winning-seats-in-the-national-assembly/) - The third part of 20 chapters on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by its members. Why insist on the need for a socialist revolution? Surely, there must be a better way? Why not set out to elect socialist representatives to the National Assembly who can legally and constitutionally vote in
- [The working class is at the centre of our politics](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/the-working-class-is-at-the-centre-of-our-politics/) - This is the second part of 20 chapters on some of the basic politics of Socialist Labour for discussion by our members. More than ever in history, the working has never been more equipped to emancipate themselves from the rule of few. The working class spread across all fields of life, from space scientists to
- [Workers create all the wealth](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/workers-create-all-the-wealth/) - Over the next few weeks, we will discuss some of the basic ideas of Socialist Labour. We start with the Nigerian Labour Congress’ motto – LABOUR CREATES WEALTH There's a powerful myth that is repeated by most of the media every day, so that it has become common sense. This is that the bosses are
- [DONATE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/donate/) - TO DONATE USE THE ACCOUNT DETAILS BELOW: DonationsFirst Bank Nig.Account No 3158880328.Account Name: Aborisade Albert Femi.
- [MAGAZINES/DOWNLOADS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/magazines-downloads/) - DOWNLOAD MAGAZINE 1Download 'THIS IS THE SOCIALIST LABOUR BULLETIN, DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE. KINDLY DOWNLOAD, READ AND SHARE’Download MAGAZINE 2Download Magazine 3
- [Venue Dashboard](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/venue-dashboard/) - You need to be signed in to manage your venue listings. Sign in
- [Event Venues](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event-venues/) - There are no venues.
- [Organizer Dashboard](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/organizer-dashboard/) - You need to be signed in to manage your organizer listings. Sign in
- [Event Organizers](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event-organizers/) - There are no organizers.
- [Submit Venue Form](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/submit-venue-form/) - Please login as organizer to add venue!
- [Post an Event](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/post-an-event/) - Have an account? Sign in If you don’t have an account with us, just enter your email address and create a new one. You will receive your password shortly in your email. Your email* Event Details Event Title* Event Type* Choose an Event Type Appearance or Signing Attraction Camp, Trip, or Retreat Class, Training, or
- [Event Dashboard](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event-dashboard/) - You need to be signed in to manage your listings. Sign in
- [Submit Organizer Form](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/submit-organizer-form/) - Please login as organizer to add organizer!
- [Home 1](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/home-1/)
- [Registration](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/registration/) - Username * User Password * User Email * Confirm Password * Submit
- [My Account](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/my-account-3/)
- [Events](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events/) - CONTENTS
- [Locations](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events/locations/) - CONTENTS
- [Categories](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events/categories/) - CONTENTS
- [Tags](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events/tags/) - CONTENTS
- [My Bookings](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events/my-bookings/) - CONTENTS
- [Shop](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/shop/)
- [Cart](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/cart/)
- [Checkout](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/checkout/)
- [My account](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/my-account/)
- [Sample Page](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger
- [Events Grid](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-grid/) - Upcoming Events The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllConferenceFestivalsMeetingWorkshop Conference November 5, 2019 Saturday at the Museum Series At City Center, 27 Division Street, USA Read More Meeting November 5, 2019 Cultural Counsil Grant Meeting At
- [Shop](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/shop-2/)
- [My Account](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/my-account-2/)
- [Cart](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/cart-2/)
- [Checkout](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/checkout-2/)
- [Home 2](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/home-2/) - 0 350 Years of Foundation 0 215 k People in the city 0 15 k square of city 0 785 successful programs Meet Woman Who Care About Our City Mayor Christina J. Walsh, an accomplished advocate for working people and a proud product of the City, is the City’s 54th mayor. Mayor Walsh was sworn
- [Coming Soon](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/coming-soon/) - Coming Soon [contact-form-7 id="1198" title="coming soon"] *Your subscribe us to get noticed when our website is ready
- [Our History](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/our-history/) - Smart City History The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. 1902 Founding City We’ve been running data-driven voter outreach campaigns since 2004, including knocking on millions of doors to help elect President. 1928 Base Government We’ve been
- [Services](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/services/) - We Provide Awesome City Services for You Mayor Christina J. Walsh, an accomplished advocate for working people and a proud product of the City, is the City’s 54th mayor. Mayor Walsh was sworn in to serve a second term Apply for a City job Building Permits & Licenses Find Affordable Housing Get a Resident Parking
- [FAQ](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/faq/) - Together We Will Have Answers А сonsumers have the right to know what is in their drinking water air The information contained in an Annual Water Quality Report can raise south. awareness regarding the source of their Contact Us How can i pay for my order? Already the people had fled from the city by
- [Our Team](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/our-team/) - Meet City Council The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Tobby May city council president Peter Lee city councilor, At-large Tina Brown city councilor, At-large Marry Flynn city councilor, At-large Tomas Baker city councilor, District 1 Kim
- [Portfolio Gallery](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-gallery/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Load More
- [Portfolio Masonry Style 4](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-masonry-style-4/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Building & Licenses Government Housing Authority Culture Parking Clerk Conference City Property Culture City job Business Affordable Housing Business Spring Conference Conference Resident Parking Permit Government
- [Portfolio Masonry Style 3](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-masonry-style-3/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Tourism & Sport Culture City Recreation Government Economic Data Business Human Resources Business Resident Parking Permit Government Spring Conference Conference Affordable Housing Business City job Business
- [Portfolio Masonry Style 2](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-masonry-style-2/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Building & Licenses Government Housing Authority Culture Parking Clerk Conference City Property Culture City job Business Affordable Housing Business Spring Conference Conference Resident Parking Permit Government
- [Portfolio 5 Col Wide](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-5-col-wide/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Tourism & Sport Culture City Recreation Government Economic Data Business Human Resources Business Resident Parking Permit Government Spring Conference Conference Affordable Housing Business City job Business
- [Portfolio 4 Col Wide](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-4-col-wide/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Building & Licenses Government Housing Authority Culture Parking Clerk Conference City Property Culture City job Business Affordable Housing Business Spring Conference Conference Resident Parking Permit Government
- [Portfolio 2 Col](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-2-col/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Building & Licenses Government Housing Authority Culture Parking Clerk Conference City Property Culture City job Business Affordable Housing Business Load More
- [Portfolio Grid](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/portfolio-grid/) - Meet City Projects The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. AllBusinessConferenceCultureGovernment Tourism & Sport Culture City Recreation Government Economic Data Business Human Resources Business Resident Parking Permit Government Spring Conference Conference Affordable Housing Business City job Business
- [4 Columns Full Width](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/4-columns-full-width/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 4, 2019 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best
- [3 Columns](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/3-columns/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 4, 2019 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best
- [2 Columns + Sidebar](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/2-columns-sidebar/) - Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 4, 2019 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to Do in Our City developers November 4, 2019 The two halted, the nearer to us standing and facing Sunbury, a grey indistinctness towards the evening star.
- [Blog Masonry](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/blog-masonry/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 4, 2019 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best
- [Blog Listing](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/blog-listing/) - Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend The bodies were lying in the streets un-buried. All railroads and vessels carrying food and such things into the great city had ceased runnings and mobs of the hungry poor pillaging. Read More developers November 4, 2019 1 Departments Exbition of the Picturesque City Views The
- [Grid 4 Columns Full Width](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/grid-4-columns-full-width/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 1, 2019 Departments New European Cultural Capital developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to
- [Grid 3 Columns](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/grid-3-columns/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 1, 2019 Departments New European Cultural Capital developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to
- [Grid 2 Columns + Sidebar](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/grid-2-columns-sidebar/) - Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 1, 2019 Departments New European Cultural Capital developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to Do in Our City developers November 4, 2019 Culture 60 Anniversary of Museum of History developers November 4, 2019 Trafic & Parking We Welcome Tourists and Guests developers
- [Grid 2 Columns](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/grid-2-columns/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 1, 2019 Departments New European Cultural Capital developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to
- [Blog Grid](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/blog-grid/) - Read City News The council is made up of four at-large councilors that represent the entire City, and nine district councilors that represent specific areas of the City. Culture How to Make the Most of a Weekend developers November 1, 2019 Departments New European Cultural Capital developers November 4, 2019 Education 14 Best Things to
- [Elements](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/elements/) - Accordion & Tabs How can i pay for my order? Already the people had fled from the city by millions at first the rich, in their private motor-cars and dirigibles, and then the great mass of the population, on foot, carrying the plague What is theGov, and how does it work? Already the people had
- [Typography](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/typography/) - Headings H1. Lorem Ipsum Dolor H2. Lorem Ipsum Dolor H3. Lorem Ipsum Dolor H4. Lorem Ipsum Dolor H5. Lorem Ipsum Dolor H6. Lorem Ipsum Dolor Text Elements The bodies were lying in the streets un-buried. All railroads and vessels carrying food and such things into the great city had ceased runnings and mobs of the
- [Events](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-2/) - CONTENTS
- [Locations](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-2/locations/) - CONTENTS
- [Categories](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-2/categories/) - CONTENTS
- [Tags](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-2/tags/) - CONTENTS
- [My Bookings](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/events-2/my-bookings/) - CONTENTS
- [Sample Page](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/sample-page-2/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger

## Events

- [Taxing for Development or Poverty? Tinubunomics and the new Taxation Regimen](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/taxing-for-development-or-poverty-tinubunomics-and-the-new-taxation-regimen/) - 27
- [The New Monroe Doctrine: Cuba and Venezuela in the crosshairs of US Imperialism](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/the-new-monroe-doctrine-cuba-and-venezuela-in-the-crosshairs-of-us-imperialism/) - 25
- [Confronting Corporate Power and Winning:Lessons From the NUPENG/PENGASSAN Vs Dangote Refineries Strike](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/confronting-corporate-power-and-winninglessons-from-the-nupeng-pengassan-vs-dangote-refineries-strike/) - 18
- [Remembering Chief Gani Fawehinmi: A Life in the Struggle for a Better Society](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/remembering-chief-gani-fawehinmi-a-life-in-the-struggle-for-a-better-society/) - 26
- [Food Security and Food Sovereignty: Combatting the Scourge of Hunger in Nigeria.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/food-security-and-food-sovereignty-combatting-the-scourge-of-hunger-in-nigeria-2/) - 05
- [Combatting the Rise of Insecurity, Insurgency and Banditry: What is to be Done?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/combatting-the-rise-of-insecurity-insurgency-and-banditry-what-is-to-be-done/) - 20
- [Hike in Telecom and Other Service: How Do We Fight Back?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/hike-in-telecom-and-other-service-how-do-we-fight-back/) - 24
- [“Class, Corruption and the Nigerian Criminal Justice System”](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/class-corruption-and-the-nigerian-criminal-justice-system/) - 20
- [US Elections: What is Behind the re-election of Trump](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/us-elections-what-is-behind-the-re-election-of-trump/) - Politics - 02
- [SURRENDERING BEFORE FIRING A SHOT](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/surrendering-before-firing-a-shot/) - How can we prevent trade unions from derailing strikes? Saturday 24th June 2023 by 3PM Zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don’t want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp platform https://tinyurl.com/SocialistLabour You can also register for this event by clicking the Register for event link below
- [Understanding and Changing The World](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/understanding-and-changing-the-world/) - 25/03/2023 BY 3PM
- [Can Socialism Provide An Alternative To The Current Global Crisis?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/can-socialism-provide-an-alternative-to-the-current-global-crisis/) - Is socialism the alternative to the current global crisis? Come and discuss Saturday 28th January 2023 by 3PM Zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don’t want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp platform https://tinyurl.com/SocialistLabour You can also register for this event by clicking the Register for event
- [BUILDING UNITED ACTION TO STOP "NO WORK NO PAY"](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/building-united-action-to-stop-no-work-no-pay/) - The Government's "No Work - No Pay" policy is the worst attack on the labour movement for a generation. Only implemented before in small strikes, mainly at individual work places. It will make future strikes more difficult to organise. We have to act now! This public meeting is to help to launch a campaign against
- [INFLATION, THE MINIMUM WAGE AND THE WORKING CLASS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/inflation-the-minimum-wage-and-the-working-class/) - The inflation rate in the country has mostly been on a steady rise in the last couple of years and it spiked to 20.52 per cent in August, being the highest rate in the last 17 years. This and the consequential rise in the cost of food items and all products in the market and
- [Britain, Slave Trade, Colonialism & Empire](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/britain-slave-trade-colonialism-empire/) - 21
- [Save Tertiary Education: Strikes and Election](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/save-tertiary-education-strikes-and-election/) - The socialist Labour monthly public meeting is here again for the month of August Saturday 25th June 2021 by 3PM Zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don’t want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp platform https://tinyurl.com/SocialistLabour You can also register for this event by clicking the Register
- [MUSIC FOR LIBERATION : Fela Anikulapo - Kuti](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/music-for-liberation-fela-anikulapo-kuti/) - Socialist Labour PUBLIC MEETING This is the July 2022 edition of the monthly public meeting from the platform of Socialist Labour. Since the death of Afro-beat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti about 25 years ago, his musical influence and activism have continued to grow in the conscience of millions of his fans who are scattered all over the
- [2023 Elections: Peter Obi and The Labour Party](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/2023-elections-peter-obi-and-the-labour-party/) - The socialist Labour monthly public meeting is here again for the month of June 2023 Elections: Peter Obi and The Labour Party, What do socialists say? Saturday 25th June 2021 by 3PM Zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don’t want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp platform
- [THE MURDER OF DEBORAH IN UNDERSTANDING THE POLITICS OF RELIGION](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/the-murder-of-deborah-in-understanding-the-politics-of-religion/) - 24
- [Imperialism, Underdevelopment and Resistance in Africa : The Enduring Legacy of DR. WALTER RODNEY](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/imperialism-underdevelopment-and-resistance-in-africa-the-enduring-legacy-of-dr-walter-rodney/) - The socialist Labour monthly public meeting is here again for the month of April. Walter Rodney left a political and academic legacy to the African world that few have matched. Rodney was a tireless scholar and activist who undertook a number of struggles throughout his lifetime. Rodney was a student activist as an undergraduate at
- [CLASH OF BARBARISMS: Understanding the war in Ukraine](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/clash-of-barbarisms-understanding-the-war-in-ukraine/) - This is the March edition of the monthly public meeting from the platform of Socialist Labour. come, let us discuss! Saturday 26th March, 2021 by 3PM Zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don’t want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp platform https://tinyurl.com/SocialistLabour You can also register for
- [The ASUU Strike and the Crisis of Tertiary Education in Nigeria](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/the-asuu-strike-and-the-crisis-of-tertiary-education-in-nigeria/) - Socialist Labour PUBLIC MEETING This is the February edition of the monthly public meeting from the platform of Socialist Labour. This meeting is open to the general public to discuss the wayforward pertaining to the ongoing ASUU strike and the future of Nigeria Educational system. come, let us discuss! Saturday 26th February, 2021 by 3PM Zoom
- [AFTER COP26: Climate Change and Africa](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/after-cop26-climate-change-and-africa/) - 26
- [LESSONS FROM THE STRUGGLE FOR ABORTION RIGHTS AROUND THE WORLD](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/lessons-from-the-struggle-for-abortion-rights-around-the-world/) - 21/11/2021
- [FELLING A GIANT: The Defeat of US Imperialism in Afghanistan](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/felling-a-giant-the-defeat-of-us-imperialism-in-afghanistan/) - Socialist Labour NG- Saturday 25th September, 2021
- [How Trade Unions can work Better.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/how-trade-unions-can-work-better/) - 24
- [NIGERIA; A Nation Torn Asunder](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/nigeria-a-nation-torn-asunder/) - 26
- [WHEN THE EARTH TREMBLED: lessons of Kaduna Strike](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/when-the-earth-trembled-lessons-of-kaduna-strike/) - 21
- [Dare To Invent The Future: The Life, Struggle and Legacy of Thomas Sankara](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/socialist-public-meeting/) - Socialist Labour PUBLIC MEETING Join our public meeting at Socialist Labour to discuss the legacy of Thomas Sankara and the lessons for our struggle and movement. Saturday 29th May, 2021 by 3PM zoom link to join this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81087529655 ZOOM Meeting ID: 810 8752 9655 You don't want to miss this meeting? Join our WhatsApp May 20, 2021
- [The Oil Industry: impact on workers and communities](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/socialist-labour-public-meeting/) - 19
- [The Case Against Privatisation.](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/the-case-against-privatisation/) - 15
- [The State, Criminality and Insecurity : what hope for the future?](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event/the-state-criminality-and-insecurity-what-hope-for-the-future/) - 04

## Products

- [Double-Breasted Jacke](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/double-breasted-jacke-2/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Fitted Blazer Black](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/fitted-blazer-black/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Shawl-Collar Jacket](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/shawl-collar-jacket/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Linen-Blend Jacket](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/linen-blend-jacket/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Fitted Blazer Houndstooh](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/fitted-blazer-houndstooh/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Jacket Beige Checked](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/jacket-beige-checked/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Jacket with Gathered Sleeves](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/jacket-with-gathered-sleeves/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Fitted Blazer Black](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/fitted-blazer-black/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Long Wool-Blend Jacket](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/long-wool-blend-jacket/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Black Long Jacket](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/black-long-jacket/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Double-Breasted Jacke](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/double-breasted-jacke/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Jacket Burgundy](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/jacket-burgundy/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now
- [Double-bBeasted Jacket](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product/double-bbeasted-jacket/) - Gently fitted jacket in woven fabric made from a linen and viscose blend. Narrow, notched lapels, discreet side pockets, and 3/4-length sleeves with gathered seams. No fasteners. Lined. Designed specifically for Menu Space, the dining chair is ideal for anything from restaurants, conferences, offices, or in the comfort of one’s own home. Viscose 55%, Linen 45% Lining: Polyester 56%, Viscose 44% Find in store now

## Cloud Templates

- [Footer Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/footer-template-today-news-pro/) - We are socialists and Marxists The economic, environmental and Covid-19 crises have made clear that capitalism is a conflict between two classes: the vast majority who create the wealth, and a tiny minority who profit from it.Attempts to reform capitalism have failed: the only solution is to replace it with a truly democratic socialist society.
- [Header Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/header-template-today-news-pro/) - {"tdc_header_desktop":"[tdc_zone type=\"tdc_header_desktop\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsiYmFja2dyb3VuZC1jb2xvciI6InZhcigtLXRvZGF5LW5ld3MtYWNjZW50KSIsImJhY2tncm91bmQtcG9zaXRpb24iOiJjZW50ZXIgY2VudGVyIiwiZGlzcGxheSI6IiIsIi0tdGRiLXNjcm9sbC1hbmltIjoibm9uZSJ9fQ==\" h_display=\"\" h_position=\"\" zone_shadow_shadow_offset_horizontal=\"0\"][vc_row][vc_column column_height=\"\"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLXJpZ2h0IjoiMCIsIm1hcmdpbi1sZWZ0IjoiMCIsImJvcmRlci1ib3R0b20td2lkdGgiOiIxIiwicGFkZGluZy10b3AiOiI0IiwicGFkZGluZy1ib3R0b20iOiI0IiwiYm9yZGVyLWNvbG9yIjoidmFyKC0tdG9kYXktbmV3cy13aGl0ZS10cmFuc3BhcmVudDIpIiwiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9LCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOnsicGFkZGluZy10b3AiOiIzIiwicGFkZGluZy1ib3R0b20iOiIzIiwiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9LCJsYW5kc2NhcGVfbWF4X3dpZHRoIjoxMTQwLCJsYW5kc2NhcGVfbWluX3dpZHRoIjoxMDE5fQ==\" gap=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEwIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMCJ9\" flex_layout=\"row\" flex_vert_align=\"center\"][vc_column width=\"1/3\" flex_layout=\"row\" flex_vert_align=\"center\" flex_horiz_align=\"space-between\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsicGFkZGluZy1sZWZ0IjoiMCIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifX0=\" flex_grow=\"on\"][tdm_block_socials facebook=\"https://www.facebook.com/Socialistlabourng/\" twitter=\"https://x.com/socialistLab_ng \" instagram=\"#\" tds_social1-icons_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent)\" icons_padding=\"eyJhbGwiOjEuNiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiMS41IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxLjQifQ==\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLWxlZnQiOiItOCIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwicG9ydHJhaXQiOnsibWFyZ2luLWxlZnQiOiItMiIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwicG9ydHJhaXRfbWF4X3dpZHRoIjoxMDE4LCJwb3J0cmFpdF9taW5fd2lkdGgiOjc2OCwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjp7Im1hcmdpbi1sZWZ0IjoiLTQiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sImxhbmRzY2FwZV9tYXhfd2lkdGgiOjExNDAsImxhbmRzY2FwZV9taW5fd2lkdGgiOjEwMTl9\" tds_social1-icons_hover_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" icons_size=\"eyJhbGwiOjEzLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiIxMiIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiMTEifQ==\" tiktok=\"#\" open_in_new_window=\"yes\" tds_social=\"tds_social1\" social_order=\"facebook, twitter, whatsapp, mail\" whatsapp=\"https://tinyurl.com/JoinSocialistLabour \" mail-1=\"socialistlabour.ng@gmail.com\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/3\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9fQ==\" flex_layout=\"block\" flex_vert_align=\"flex-start\" flex_horiz_align=\"flex-start\" flex_width=\"auto\"][tds_menu_login inline=\"yes\" logout_tdicon=\"td-icon-log-out\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6Ii0zIiwibWFyZ2luLWJvdHRvbSI6IjAiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6eyJtYXJnaW4tdG9wIjoiLTIiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sImxhbmRzY2FwZV9tYXhfd2lkdGgiOjExNDAsImxhbmRzY2FwZV9taW5fd2lkdGgiOjEwMTl9\" avatar_size=\"0\" ia_space=\"0\" f_toggle_font_family=\"394\" f_toggle_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" f_toggle_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_toggle_font_transform=\"uppercase\" f_toggle_font_weight=\"700\" toggle_txt_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent)\" toggle_txt_color_h=\"var(--today-news-white)\" show_menu=\"yes\" menu_arrow_color=\"rgba(0,0,0,0)\" menu_bg=\"var(--today-news-dark-bg)\" menu_shadow_shadow_size=\"0\" menu_uh_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_uh_border_color=\"var(--today-news-dark-gray)\" menu_ul_link_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_ul_link_color_h=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" menu_ul_sep_color=\"var(--today-news-dark-gray)\" menu_uf_txt_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_uf_txt_color_h=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" menu_offset_top=\"11\" menu_uh_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMHB4IDE1cHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI4cHggMTNweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNnB4IDEwcHgifQ==\" menu_offset_horiz=\"0\" menu_horiz_align=\"content-horiz-right\" menu_ul_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiI4cHggMTVweCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjZweCAxM3B4IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI0cHggMTBweCJ9\" menu_ulo_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMHB4IDE1cHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI4cHggMTNweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNnB4IDEwcHgifQ==\" f_uh_font_family=\"394\" f_links_font_family=\"394\" f_uh_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" f_uh_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_links_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" f_links_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_uf_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" f_uf_font_line_height=\"1.3\" logout_size=\"12\" menu_uf_border_color=\"var(--today-news-dark-gray)\" menu_ul_space=\"eyJhbGwiOiI4IiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiNiIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNCJ9\" menu_gh_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMHB4IDE1cHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI4cHggMTNweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNnB4IDEwcHgifQ==\" show_version=\"guest\" f_gh_font_family=\"394\" menu_gh_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_gh_border_color=\"var(--today-news-dark-gray)\" f_gh_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" f_gh_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_btn1_font_family=\"394\" f_btn1_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMiIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjExIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMCJ9\" f_btn1_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_btn1_font_weight=\"700\" f_btn1_font_transform=\"uppercase\" menu_gc_btn1_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_gc_btn1_color_h=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_gc_btn1_bg_color=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" menu_gc_btn1_bg_color_h=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" menu_gc_btn2_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" menu_gc_btn2_color_h=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" f_btn2_font_family=\"394\" f_btn2_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMiIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjExIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMCJ9\" f_btn2_font_line_height=\"1.3\" f_btn2_font_transform=\"uppercase\" f_btn2_font_weight=\"700\" menu_gc_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMHB4IDE1cHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI4cHggMTNweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNHB4IDEwcHgifQ==\" menu_gc_btn1_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiI2cHggMTJweCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjVweCAxMHB4IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI0cHggOHB4In0=\" menu_gc_btn2_space=\"eyJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiIxMCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiOCJ9\" menu_width=\"eyJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjE0MCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE2MCJ9\" menu_ul_sep_space=\"eyJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI2IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI0In0=\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/3\" flex_width=\"auto\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsicGFkZGluZy1yaWdodCI6IjAiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn19\"][tdm_block_button button_text=\"Contact us admin@socialistlabour.com.ng\" button_size=\"tdm-btn-lg\" button_display=\"\" content_align_horizontal=\"content-horiz-right\" tds_button=\"tds_button5\" tds_button5-text_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent)\" tds_button5-text_hover_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_family=\"394\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_weight=\"700\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_line_height=\"1.3\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_transform=\"\" button_url=\"mail:admin@socialistlabour.com.ng\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLWxlZnQiOiIwIiwiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9fQ==\" tds_button8-background_color=\"eyJ0eXBlIjoiZ3JhZGllbnQiLCJjb2xvcjEiOiIjNzAwYjAwIiwiY29sb3IyIjoiIzFjMWUwNSIsIm1peGVkQ29sb3JzIjpbXSwiZGVncmVlIjoiLTYwIiwiY3NzIjoiYmFja2dyb3VuZDogLXdlYmtpdC1saW5lYXItZ3JhZGllbnQoLTYwZGVnLCMxYzFlMDUsIzcwMGIwMCk7YmFja2dyb3VuZDogbGluZWFyLWdyYWRpZW50KC02MGRlZywjMWMxZTA1LCM3MDBiMDApOyIsImNzc1BhcmFtcyI6Ii02MGRlZywjMWMxZTA1LCM3MDBiMDAifQ==\"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsicGFkZGluZy10b3AiOiI2NSIsInBhZGRpbmctYm90dG9tIjoiNjUiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6eyJwYWRkaW5nLXRvcCI6IjUwIiwicGFkZGluZy1ib3R0b20iOiI1MCIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwibGFuZHNjYXBlX21heF93aWR0aCI6MTE0MCwibGFuZHNjYXBlX21pbl93aWR0aCI6MTAxOSwicG9ydHJhaXQiOnsicGFkZGluZy10b3AiOiI0NSIsInBhZGRpbmctYm90dG9tIjoiNDUiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sInBvcnRyYWl0X21heF93aWR0aCI6MTAxOCwicG9ydHJhaXRfbWluX3dpZHRoIjo3Njh9\" flex_layout=\"row\" flex_vert_align=\"center\" gap=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEwIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI1In0=\"][vc_column width=\"1/4\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/2\"][tdb_header_logo align_vert=\"content-vert-center\" align_horiz=\"content-horiz-center\" text_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" f_text_font_family=\"394\" f_text_font_weight=\"700\" f_text_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiI3OCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjcyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI1OCJ9\" f_text_font_spacing=\"-5\" f_text_font_line_height=\"1.4\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLXRvcCI6Ii0xMCIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIiLCItLXRkYi1zY3JvbGwtYW5pbSI6Im5vbmUifX0=\" icon_size=\"200\" media_size_image_height=\"43\" media_size_image_width=\"300\" image=\"2273\" display=\"\" img_txt_space=\"10\" icon_space=\"70\" url_rel=\"\" image_width=\"1000\" image_pos=\"\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/4\" flex_layout=\"row\" flex_horiz_align=\"flex-end\"][tdm_block_popup button_size=\"tdm-btn-md\" modal_align=\"center-right\" modal_id=\"td_m_5294\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsiYm9yZGVyLWJvdHRvbS13aWR0aCI6IjAiLCJ3aWR0aCI6IjAiLCJoZWlnaHQiOiIwIiwiZGlzcGxheSI6IiIsIi0tdGRiLXNjcm9sbC1hbmltIjoibm9uZSJ9fQ==\" page_id=\"4944\" btn_align_horiz=\"content-horiz-right\" tds_button=\"tds_button1\" button_tdicon=\"td-icon-magnifier-big-rounded\" tds_button5-text_color=\"var(--today-news-pro-white-transparent)\" button_icon_space=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyMCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiOCJ9\" button_icon_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyNCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjIyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIyMCJ9\" tds_button5-text_hover_color=\"var(--today-news-pro-white)\" button_text=\"Search\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_family=\"394\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_size=\"14\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_weight=\"700\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_line_height=\"1.3\" tds_button5-icon_color=\"var(--today-news-pro-white)\" tds_button5-f_btn_text_font_transform=\"uppercase\" btn_display=\"inline\" tds_button1-background_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent2)\" tds_button1-border_radius=\"0\" tds_button1-f_btn_text_font_family=\"394\" tds_button1-f_btn_text_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMyIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMSJ9\" tds_button1-f_btn_text_font_line_height=\"1.3\" tds_button1-f_btn_text_font_transform=\"uppercase\" tds_button1-f_btn_text_font_weight=\"700\" tds_button1-background_hover_color=\"rgba(255,255,255,0)\" button_padding=\"eyJhbGwiOiI3cHggMjBweCA5cHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI2cHggMThweCA3cHgiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjVweCAxMnB4IDZweCJ9\" tds_button1-text_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" overlay_bg=\"rgba(0,0,0,0)\" modal_width=\"50%\" tds_button1-text_hover_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" modal_height=\"50%\" header_pos=\"\" all_head_border=\"0\" modal_border_radius=\"0\" modal_bg=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" body_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiI1MHB4IDIwcHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI0MHB4IDE1cHgiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjMwcHggMTBweCIsInBob25lIjoiMzBweCAwIn0=\" modal_transition=\"slide\" head_icon_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent)\" head_icon_color_h=\"var(--today-news-white)\" head_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE1IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMCIsInBob25lIjoiMTAifQ==\" head_icon_size=\"eyJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjE0IiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiMTYiLCJwaG9uZSI6IjE0IiwiYWxsIjoiMTUifQ==\" site_scroll=\"yes\" all_modal_border_style=\"\" trigg_btn_enable=\"yes\" modal_shadow_shadow_offset_vertical=\"1\" icon_align=\"4\" scroll_distance=\"0\"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsiYmFja2dyb3VuZC1jb2xvciI6InZhcigtLXRvZGF5LW5ld3MtZGFyay1iZykiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn19\" gap=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEwIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI1In0=\" full_width=\"stretch_row\"][vc_column][td_block_trending_now style=\"style2\" header_text_color=\"#ffffff\" header_color=\"#474747\" articles_color=\"#ffffff\"][tdb_header_menu main_sub_tdicon=\"td-icon-right\" sub_tdicon=\"td-icon-right-arrow\" mm_align_horiz=\"content-horiz-center\" modules_on_row_regular=\"20%\" modules_on_row_cats=\"25%\" image_size=\"td_300x0\" modules_category=\"image\" show_excerpt=\"none\" show_com=\"none\" show_date=\"none\" show_author=\"none\" mm_sub_align_horiz=\"content-horiz-right\" mm_elem_align_horiz=\"content-horiz-right\" menu_id=\"73\" f_elem_font_family=\"394\" f_elem_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyNiIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjIyIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxOCJ9\" text_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" tds_menu_active1-line_color=\"#ffffff\" elem_padd=\"0\" elem_space=\"eyJhbGwiOiI0NSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjQwIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIzNSJ9\" align_horiz=\"content-horiz-center\" tds_menu_active1-line_alignment=\"13\" f_elem_font_line_height=\"eyJhbGwiOiI3MHB4IiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiNjBweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiNTBweCJ9\" more=\"yes\" main_sub_icon_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNiIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE1IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxNCJ9\" main_sub_icon_space=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiMTIifQ==\" mm_align_screen=\"yes\" mm_width=\"100%\" mm_content_width=\"1068\" mm_bg=\"var(--today-news-dark-bg)\" mm_subcats_bg=\"rgba(255,255,255,0)\" mm_border_size=\"0\" mm_shadow_shadow_size=\"0\" mm_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyNXB4IDAgMjVweCAyMHB4IiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiMjBweCAxNXB4IDIwcHgiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjE1cHggMTBweCJ9\" mm_sub_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyNXB4IDIwcHggMCAwIiwibGFuZHNjYXBlIjoiMjBweCAxNXB4IDAgMCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiMTVweCAxMHB4IDAgMCJ9\" mm_elem_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" mm_elem_color_a=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" mm_elem_bg=\"rgba(0,0,0,0)\" mm_elem_bg_a=\"rgba(0,0,0,0)\" mm_elem_border=\"0\" mm_elem_border_a=\"0\" mm_elem_padd=\"0\" f_mm_sub_font_family=\"394\" f_mm_sub_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEzIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMiJ9\" f_mm_sub_font_weight=\"700\" f_mm_sub_font_transform=\"uppercase\" f_mm_sub_font_line_height=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxLjQiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjEuMyJ9\" mm_elem_space=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjkiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjYifQ==\" mm_subcats_border_color=\"var(--today-news-white-transparent2)\" title_txt=\"var(--today-news-white)\" title_txt_hover=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" modules_gap=\"eyJhbGwiOiIyMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE1IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMCJ9\" mm_sub_width=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxODAiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjEzMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE1MCJ9\" f_title_font_family=\"394\" f_title_font_weight=\"700\" f_title_font_transform=\"uppercase\" f_title_font_spacing=\"-0.5\" f_title_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE0IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMyJ9\" f_title_font_line_height=\"1.2\" meta_padding=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxM3B4IDAgMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjEwcHggMCAwIiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiI4cHggMCAwIn0=\" show_cat=\"none\" image_height=\"60\" show_pagination=\"disabled\" f_elem_font_spacing=\"-1\" f_mm_sub_font_spacing=\"-0.5\" excl_padd=\"0 0 2px\" excl_bg=\"rgba(0,0,0,0)\" excl_color=\"var(--today-news-accent)\" f_excl_font_family=\"394\" f_excl_font_weight=\"700\" f_excl_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE0IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMyJ9\" f_excl_font_line_height=\"1.2\" f_excl_font_spacing=\"-0.5\" excl_txt=\"Exclusive:\" excl_margin=\"eyJhbGwiOiIwIDZweCAwIDAiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiIwIDVweCAwIDAiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjAgNHB4IDAgMCJ9\" f_excl_font_transform=\"uppercase\" sub_bg_color=\"var(--today-news-dark-bg)\" show_subcat=\"yes\" sub_text_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" tds_menu_sub_active=\"tds_menu_sub_active2\" tds_menu_sub_active2-line_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" sub_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiI4cHggMCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiMnB4IDAifQ==\" sub_elem_padd=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxMnB4IDIwcHgiLCJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiI3cHggMTVweCIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiOHB4IDEwcHgifQ==\" f_sub_elem_font_family=\"394\" f_sub_elem_font_weight=\"700\" f_sub_elem_font_transform=\"uppercase\" f_sub_elem_font_spacing=\"-0.5\" f_sub_elem_font_size=\"eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE0IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxMyJ9\" f_sub_elem_font_line_height=\"1.2\" mc1_title_tag=\"h2\"][/vc_column][/vc_row][/tdc_zone]","tdc_header_desktop_sticky":"[tdc_zone type=\"tdc_header_desktop_sticky\" s_transition_type=\"\" tdc_css=\"eyJhbGwiOnsiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9fQ==\" hs_transition_type=\"\" hs_transition_effect=\"slide\" hs_sticky_type=\"\"][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][/tdc_zone]","tdc_header_mobile":"[tdc_zone type=\"tdc_header_mobile\" tdc_css=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6eyJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yIjoidmFyKC0tdG9kYXktbmV3cy1kYXJrLWJnKSIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwicGhvbmVfbWF4X3dpZHRoIjo3Njd9\"][vc_row flex_layout=\"eyJhbGwiOiJibG9jayIsInBob25lIjoicm93In0=\" flex_vert_align=\"eyJhbGwiOiJmbGV4LXN0YXJ0IiwicGhvbmUiOiJjZW50ZXIifQ==\" tdc_css=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6eyJwYWRkaW5nLXRvcCI6IjYiLCJwYWRkaW5nLWJvdHRvbSI6IjYiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sInBob25lX21heF93aWR0aCI6NzY3fQ==\"][vc_column width=\"1/3\" flex_width=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6IjI1JSJ9\"][tdb_mobile_menu inline=\"yes\" menu_id=\"73\" icon_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" icon_size=\"eyJhbGwiOjI3LCJwaG9uZSI6IjIyIn0=\" tdicon=\"td-icon-menu-medium\" tdc_css=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6eyJtYXJnaW4tdG9wIjoiLTEiLCJtYXJnaW4tbGVmdCI6Ii0xMiIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwicGhvbmVfbWF4X3dpZHRoIjo3Njd9\" align_horiz=\"content-horiz-left\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/3\" flex_grow=\"eyJhbGwiOiJkZWZhdWx0IiwicGhvbmUiOiJvbiJ9\"][tdb_header_logo align_vert=\"content-vert-center\" align_horiz=\"content-horiz-center\" f_text_font_family=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6IjM5NCJ9\" text_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" f_text_font_weight=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6IjcwMCJ9\" f_text_font_spacing=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6Ii0yIn0=\" f_text_font_size=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6IjI4In0=\" disable_h1=\"yes\" media_size_image_height=\"43\" media_size_image_width=\"300\" image=\"2273\"][/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1/3\" flex_width=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6IjI1JSJ9\" flex_layout=\"eyJhbGwiOiJibG9jayIsInBob25lIjoicm93In0=\" flex_horiz_align=\"eyJhbGwiOiJmbGV4LXN0YXJ0IiwicGhvbmUiOiJmbGV4LWVuZCJ9\"][tdb_mobile_search inline=\"yes\" tdicon=\"td-icon-magnifier-big-rounded\" icon_color=\"var(--today-news-white)\" icon_size=\"eyJhbGwiOjIyLCJwaG9uZSI6IjIwIn0=\" icon_padding=\"eyJhbGwiOjIuNSwicGhvbmUiOiIyIn0=\" tdc_css=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6eyJtYXJnaW4tdG9wIjoiLTEiLCJtYXJnaW4tcmlnaHQiOiItMTEiLCJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sInBob25lX21heF93aWR0aCI6NzY3fQ==\"][/vc_column][/vc_row][/tdc_zone]","tdc_header_mobile_sticky":"[tdc_zone type=\"tdc_header_mobile_sticky\" tdc_css=\"eyJwaG9uZSI6eyJkaXNwbGF5IjoiIn0sInBob25lX21heF93aWR0aCI6NzY3fQ==\" ms_transition_effect=\"eyJhbGwiOiJvcGFjaXR5IiwicGhvbmUiOiJzbGlkZSJ9\" ms_sticky_type=\"\"][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][/tdc_zone]","tdc_is_header_sticky":false,"tdc_is_mobile_header_sticky":false}
- [Category Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/category-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title Sample Category I Sample Category II Sample Category III Sample Category IV NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens a genuine voice but rather to satisfy formal requirements valued by the international community. This reality has
- [Single Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/single-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title Category ICategory IICategory III Published on February 18, 2026 By Author Name Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt Email Tumblr Telegram Mix VK Digg LINE Viber Morbi libero lectus, laoreet elementum viverra vitae, sodales sit amet nisi. Vivamus dolor ipsum, ultrices in accumsan nec, viverra in nulla. Donec ligula
- [Tag Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/tag-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens... February 17, 2026 NEWS Breakdown of the liberal international order Amina Usman We face intensifying inter-imperialist rivalry as the ‘liberal international order’ breaks down under... February 11, 2026 NEWS
- [Search Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/search-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Search results: Sample Page Title NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens... February 17, 2026 NEWS Breakdown of the liberal international order Amina Usman We face intensifying inter-imperialist rivalry as the ‘liberal international order’ breaks down under... February 11,
- [Date Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/date-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens... February 17, 2026 NEWS Breakdown of the liberal international order Amina Usman We face intensifying inter-imperialist rivalry as the ‘liberal international order’ breaks down under... February 11, 2026 NEWS
- [Author Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/author-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Sample Page Title Sample author description twitterpinterestfacebookyoutube www.sample-website.com NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens a genuine voice but rather to satisfy formal requirements valued by the international community. This reality has created fertile ground for a wave of
- [404 Template - Today News PRO](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tdb_templates/404-template-today-news-pro/) - HomeSample Page Nothing found! It seems we can’t find what you’re looking for. Perhaps searching can help. Type in your search query... NEWS Africa: Elections Everywhere, Democracy Nowhere By Ousmane Ndiaye In too many African countries, voting is not intended to give citizens... February 17, 2026 NEWS Breakdown of the liberal international order Amina Usman

## Categories

- [NEWS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/category/new/)
- [INTERNATIONAL](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/category/int/)
- [Bulletins/Articles](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/category/bulletins-articles/)
- [BOOKS](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/category/books/)

## Tags

- [TRIBUTE](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tag/tribute/)
- [women](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/tag/women/)

## Event categories

- [Business & Professional](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/business-professional/)
- [Charity & Causes](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/charity-causes/)
- [Community & Culture](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/community-culture/)
- [Family & Education](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/family-education/)
- [Film, Media & Entertainment](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/film-media-entertainment/)
- [Other](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/other/)
- [Politics](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_category/politics/)

## Event types

- [Meeting or Networking Event](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_type/meeting-or-networking-event/)
- [Seminar or Talk](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_type/seminar-or-talk/)
- [Virtual Meeting](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/event_listing_type/virtual-meeting/)

## Product categories

- [Accessories](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-category/accessories/)
- [Blazers](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-category/blazers/)
- [Jackets](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-category/jackets/)
- [JumpSuits](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-category/jumpsuits/)

## Product tags

- [clothes](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/clothes/)
- [culture](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/culture/)
- [departments](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/departments/)
- [employment](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/employment/)
- [job](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/job/)
- [park](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/park/)
- [recreation](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/recreation/)
- [residens](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/residens/)
- [traffic](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/traffic/)
- [woman](https://socialistlabour.com.ng/product-tag/woman/)