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NLC rejects petrol price hike, demands more crude for refineries
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points The organization is demanding that the Federal Government take action to address the issue. The Nigerian Labour Congress has condemned a recent increase in petrol price, calling it unacceptable.
The Nigerian Labour Congress has condemned a recent increase in petrol price, calling it unacceptable. The organization is demanding that the Federal Government take action to address the issue.
The NLC wants the government to supply more Nigerian crude to local refineries. This move is intended to help stabilize the situation.
Further details on the NLC's stance and demands are available from the source, including a full statement on the matter and the expected outcome of their demands.
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Published: September 2, 2026 ·
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