May Day 2026: NLC Calls for Nationwide Rallies Over Unimplemented Minimum Wage

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed workers nationwide to stage street rallies during the 2026 May Day celebrations in states where the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act has not been fully enforced.

The announcement was made in a statement released in Abuja on Friday by the NLC General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja.

The statement, titled “Observe 2026 May Day on the Streets if the National Minimum Wage Act has not been fully implemented in your state,” said the directive followed reported breaches of the law by certain state governments.

Ugboaja noted that indoor ceremonies and official receptions would not take place in states yet to implement the new wage.

“Workers are to assemble at labour houses, union secretariats or public squares by 7:00 a.m. on May 1, 2026.

“From there, they are to embark on peaceful and organised street processions across state capitals.

“The processions are to terminate at State Government Houses, Houses of Assembly, or offices of Heads of Service,” he said.

He further stated that labour’s demands should be submitted at the end points of the rallies.

Reaffirming the binding nature of the 2024 Minimum Wage Act, Ugboaja insisted it must be implemented across all states without exception.

He warned that non-compliant state council leaders would face disciplinary action, adding that the rallies are aimed at ensuring full enforcement of the law and associated wage adjustments.

He also called on workers to remain peaceful, united and determined throughout the May Day events.

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