LAGOS – The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria,TUC has implored the Federal Government to reverse the recent hike in petrol and electricity costs in the country.
President of the union,Comrade Festus Osifo,conveyed this in a statement made available to Premium News on Wednesday.
He maintained that the sudden hike in fuel and electricity costs will only exacerbate these challenges,leading to further hardship and potential social unrest.
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He emphasized the need for the government to promote policies that will strengthens the naira and take decisive steps to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians. According to him,the government must act swiftly to restore confidence and prevent further deterioration in the living conditions of its citizens.
He added:”The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria remains committed to defending the rights and interests of Nigerian workers and will continue to advocate for policies that promote social justice, fair wages, and a decent work environment”.
Lamenting the increase in fuel price,Osifo said the sudden hike, implemented without consultation with critical stakeholders, represents a blatant disregard for the welfare of the Nigerian people, particularly the working class who bear the brunt of such decisions.
He added: “The disturbing news of the increase in PMS pump price all over the country has sent a wave of apprehension and depression across the length and breathe of the nation. This is in the wake of an already existing unprecedented hardship upon citizens.
