From Godwin Tsa, Abuja
Former member of the House of Representatives Robinson Uwak has commended President Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) for the handling of the indefinite nationwide strike and its suspension.
Robinson Uwak in a statement on Sunday said the action was a demonstration of patriotism and empathy towards ordinary Nigerians who would have been most impacted by an indefinite strike.
Robinson Uwak sympathised with the President of the NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero over the assault meted to him during his visit to Imo State in solidarity with workers.
Robinson Uwak also commended the security agencies for their prompt intervention and investigation into the matter towards a quick resolution of the conflict.
Robinson Uwak also thanked President Tinubu for approving the payment of the sum of N35,000 extra allowance to all federal workers as palliative to cushion the effects of the fuel subsidy removal and relieve workers and households in the country.
“I have no doubt that the proposed cash transfers to 15 million households will further ameliorate the plight of the very poor and vulnerable households in the country and strengthen the social safety nets,” he said.