February 29, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has berated the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) for its incessant strikes.
THEWILL reports that the Labour union, on Tuesday, embarked on a national protest over the current economic hardship and hunger in the country.
But speaking on Thursday in Lagos, when he inaugurated the Red Rail Line, President Tinubu declared as “unacceptable” a strike by the NLC in just nine months of his administration.
“Calling for the strike in just nine months of an administration is unacceptable. NLC is not the voice of Nigeria. It should wait till 2027 if it is interested in joining the electoral process,” he said.
The President, who also reiterated the commitment of his administration to fight corruption to its ruins, assured Nigerians that the country will be out of its economic challenges.
“The fight against corruption is on, we will not look back, we will fight it to ruins. Today is to be remembered for good, evidence that it is good to dream, a serious validation of democracy.
“The momentum of greatness that we started has become unstoppable. It is a constant reminder that positive change and progress are possible, and we must attain it. We must adhere to our pledge through perseverance and consistency.
“We just need to work hard with perseverance. When you put people at the centre of your vision and planning, you will see the value. I look forward to the completion of other phases,” he said.
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