The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused the Federal Government of diverting 40% of workers’ contributions from the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) into national revenue, violating the agency’s statutes.
Following its Central Working Committee meeting, the NLC demanded that all diverted funds be returned within seven working days from August 14, 2025. Failure to comply, the union warned, will void its guarantee of industrial peace.
The union described the actions as an assault on workers’ social protection rights and condemned government claims over the NLC National Headquarters, cyber and media attacks on trade unions, and attempts to amend the NSITF Act to seize control of pension funds.
The NLC also called for the immediate constitution of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) board and the submission of a full report on pension funds within seven days, emphasizing that pension contributions are deferred wages, not state revenue.
Additionally, the union ratified the dissolution of its Edo State administrative council and the appointment of a caretaker committee, warning of zero tolerance for indiscipline across all state councils.
