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Tinubu talks tough to NLC, you’re not only voice of Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu is talking tough against striking Labour leaders, reminding them that they are not the only voice of the people.
President Tinubu, who spoke at the launching of the Lagos Red Line Train connecting from Agbado to Oyingbo on Thursday, advised the Labour leadersto wait till 2027, in the next election to join him in the political ring.
The President, during the rail commissioning, said: “Allow me to throw a jab here. The Labour Union should understand that no matter how much we cling to our freedom and rights, to call for strike within 9 months of an administration is unacceptable.
“If you want to participate in the electoral process, meet us in 2027. If not maintain peace. You are not only voice of Nigeria.”
He reasoned that it is too early for the union to start turning on the pressure, stressing that his administration is only nine months old.
Tinubu, however, reaffirmed his commitment to the economic reforms, despite resistance from what he referred to as ‘smugglers.’
He acknowledged that corruption is fighting back, pledging the government’s determination to eradicate corruption.
He said the removal of strangulating fuel subsidy and the merging of the exchange rates of the Naira were necessary and immediate.
Tinubu encouraged Nigerians to persevere, assuring them of a brighter future.
“There is very bright light at the end of the tunnel. Nigeria will be out of economic problem, we just need to persevere and work hard,” he said.
The president highlighted the commissioning of the red line as the realisation of a vision he conceived 25 years ago during his tenure as governor.
He called for increased collaboration between the Ministry of Transport and other states to enhance railway infrastructure development nationwide.
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