Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, stated that President Bola Tinubu is diligently addressing Nigeria’s economic issues.
Speaking to the National Executive Council of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Thursday, Akume outlined various government measures aimed at alleviating current hardships.
He cautioned labour unions against actions that could undermine these efforts.
Akume highlighted the dire state of the country’s foreign reserves and other sectors inherited from the previous administration.
He mentioned key reforms, including the controversial fuel subsidy removal, urging the public to understand its necessity.
He detailed several palliative measures implemented by the government, such as a 35,000 naira wage award for workers, 100 billion naira for CNG fuel buses, 125 billion naira in grants for SMEs, and 150 billion naira in palliative loans to states.
Akume also emphasized the government’s support for agriculture, with 200 billion naira allocated to boost cultivation.
He stressed the importance of collaboration between the church and government in providing essential services to the people.
His comments follow a recent shutdown of the economy by organized labour due to the Federal Government’s delay in implementing a new minimum wage.