The NLC, which is joined by members of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), is protesting against the effects of poor governance.

Members of the NLC gathered at the association’s National Secretariat in Yaba, before commencing the march.

The unions will be marching through the streets of Lagos to make their demands known to the government.

Prominent Nigerians at the march include Charles “Charly Boy” Oputa and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore.

A similar march is being conducted in Abuja following a gathering at the Unity Fountain.

The protest comes days after the “I Stand with Nigeria” demonstrations which were organized by citizens across the country.

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Charly Boy and Sowore also participated in the “I Stand with Nigeria” protest in Lagos.