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The Trade Union (Amendment) Act 2005 is the primary legislation relating to trade union freedom of association. It broadens the room for trade union freedom of association, allowing new trade unions to be formed by a minimum of 50 workers.
The Nigeria Labour Congress is an umbrella organisation for trade unions; it spans the public and private sectors and has a membership of about 4 million. Membership excludes the military and paramilitary, and certain key organisations such as the Central Bank of Nigeria. Member organisations include the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas, National Union of Posts and Telecommunication Employees, Nigeria Union of Mine Workers and Nigeria Union of Teachers.