TUC Demands Action on State Salaries and Corruption

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) urged President Muhammadu Buhari to advance Nigeria’s progress in 2018, highlighting concerns over the government’s handling of bailout funds diverted to state governments.

TUC insisted all state governments must settle unpaid worker salaries and allowances by the end of Q1 2018, stressing the urgency of addressing financial shortfalls.

The union also demanded accountability for corrupt officials, stating that political affiliations should not shield individuals from consequences.

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) requested President Muhammadu Buhari to prioritize Nigeria’s progress in 2018, criticizing the administration’s misuse of bailout funds allocated to state governments.

TUC mandated that all state governments pay all outstanding worker salaries and allowances by the end of the first quarter of 2018 to address immediate financial gaps.

The union required corrupt political officials to face consequences regardless of their political party affiliations, emphasizing accountability over political connections.