‎The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has decried the high cost of living in the country, demanding an increase in the allowances of workers.
‎The TUC made the call in a statement by its President, Festus Osifo, and General Secretary, Nuhu Toro,
‎It advocated an improved social welfare package for workers, including the payment of increased allowances that would help to cushion the effects of rising inflation in the country
‎The union called on governments at all levels to urgently review and enhance workers’ allowances as a temporary relief measure, pending the full implementation of a new National Minimum Wage in 2027, in line with the extant Labour law.
‎It also urged workers to remain united and renew their resolve to building a labour movement that stood for workers and the country’s.
‎TUC further pledged continued support of the Congress to engage the government and other employers of labour for policies that would be worker-friendly.
Edited by Favour Owonibi.