THE Trade Union Congress has criticized the Federal Government over the rising cost of living in the country, saying this has eroded the benefits of the National Minimum Wage, which some states have yet to implement. Yunusa said, “CWC in-session condemns in strong terms the spate of kidnappings and the unbridled abductions of school children, students in tertiary institutions and travellers on Nigerian roads. “We call on all levels of government to rise to their responsibilities of safeguarding the lives and property of citizens. “CWC in session is alarmed at the rising cost of living in the country that has made minced meat of the National Minimum Wage, which some states are yet to implement. “CWC in session vehemently detests the heavy government external borrowings to avoid mortgaging the future of Nigeria.

Source: Punch July 11, 2021 23:13 UTC