NLC opposes telecom tariff hike, calls for nationwide boycott The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged Nigerians to prepare for a nationwide boycott of telecommunication services following the Federal Government’s approval of a 50% increase in telecom tariffs. In a statement on Wednesday, NLC President Joe Ajaero condemned the hike, describing it as unjust and ill-timed amid rising inflation and declining purchasing power. He argued that telecommunication services are a basic necessity, with the average Nigerian worker now expected to spend up to 15% of their income on telecom charges due...