- The NLC Chairman in Rivers State, Alex Agwanwor, highlighted that the CNG buses would help ease the hardship faced by residents due to rising transport costs
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has launched Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses in Rivers State, provided by the Federal Government to benefit workers.
The announcement came during the NLC’s National Executive Council meeting held in Port Harcourt.
NLC National President, Joe Ajaero, commended the initiative but stressed that the Federal Government must ensure the necessary infrastructure, particularly a reliable gas supply, is in place to support the operation of the CNG buses.
Ajaero also praised Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for implementing a ₦85,000 minimum wage, while urging the governor to address outstanding issues, including 11 years of unpaid allowances for demonstration schools and the need to review hazard allowances for workers.
The NLC Chairman in Rivers State, Alex Agwanwor, highlighted that the CNG buses would help ease the hardship faced by residents due to rising transport costs.
A total of 60 buses have been allocated across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, with Rivers State being the first to host the inauguration.