Friedrich Ebert Stiftung in partnership with NUPENG, NUEE, NUCFRLANMPE, unveils workers’ charter of demand for just green energy transition, in Lagos, Nigeria

By allcitynews.ng

When the leadership of Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) entered into partnership agreement with three unions, FES was probably working on the belief that only step to enjoy inclusivity in governance is to have a written document.

The unveiling of the Workers’ Charter of Demand marks a significant step in ensuring that Nigerian workers are not left behind in the global shift toward renewable energy.

Drafted jointly, by the leadership of three Trade Unions, Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG),
National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), and the National Union of Chemical, Footwear, Rubber, Leather, and Non-Metallic Products Employees (NUCFRLANMPE), and
Friedrich Ebert Shifting (FES), the Charter focused on protection of existing jobs and creation of new green jobs within the transition process.

Earlier in her welcome  address, FES Project Coordinator, Mrs. Remi Ihejirika, announced the concern for better and decent working environment gave room for the development of the document.

According to Ihejirika, the joint efforts with  the union leaders made the drafting a smooth work. The initiative, developed over six months of intensive collaboration, seeks to protect Nigerian workers.

“The  outcome was a comprehensive Workers’ Charter of Demand, which outlines ten critical areas to safeguard workers’ rights and interests during the energy transition.
Key Demands of the Charter
Includes the following demands:
Job Security and Creation, Right to Decent Work, Social Protection and Welfare, Skills Development and Training, Environmental Sustainability, Establishment of a Just Transition Fund, Establishment of a Tripartite Commission for Social Dialogue on Just Transition, Gender Mainstreaming and Social Inclusion and Establishment of an Implementation, Monitoring and Documentation Committee.”

On his part, Mr. Tunde Salman, the consultant on the project, emphasized that a just transition must balance climate action with sustainable development.

“We, the workers of Nigeria, recognize the urgent need for a low-carbon economy, but we demand that this transition prioritize the rights, interests, and well-being of workers, their families, and communities,” he stated.
Union Leaders Applaud the Initiative.”

In the same vein, NUPENG General Secretary, Comrade Afolabi Olawale commending the initiative, described it as a milestone in labour relations, noting that it was the first time Nigerian workers had a documented framework for their demands on just transition.

Similarly, NUCFRLANMPE President, Comrade Sunday Bolarinwa commended the collaborative spirit among the unions and expressed confidence that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) would adopt and champion the charter.

On his part, NUEE President,  Comrade Adebiyi Adeyeye noted that, “This charter must become part of the national dialogue on just transition, and we call on all stakeholders to join us in making this a reality.”

Presenting the Charter of Demand to Comrade Toba Agboola, chairman, Labour Writers Association of Nigeria(LAWAN), the National President of NUCFRANMPE, Comrade Bolarinwa Olushola, said ; “We , the workers of Nigeria , represented by our  Trade Unions,recognize the urgent need for a Just Transition to a low- carbon economy.

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