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T he Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have jointly announced their intention to stage a warning strike in response to the escalating cost of living. The strike is scheduled for September 9, unless the government takes concrete measures to address the rising prices of essential commodities such as food and fuel. The unions argue that this strike is necessary to protest the government's perceived inaction in the face of soaring costs, with some essential items experiencing price hikes of up to 30% in recent months, placing undue financial strain on ordinary Nigerians. The unions have outlined specific demands for the government to address the rising cost of living, including: Subsidizing Food and Fuel: The government is urged to subsidize the prices of essential goods, especially food and fuel, to make them more affordable for the populace. The NLC and TUC have proposed that the government subsidize the prices of food and fuel by 50%. They say that t...

W hile Nigeria is often lauded as the "Giant of Africa" due to its substantial population and economy, there are numerous compelling reasons why this title may not accurately reflect the country's status. Insecurity: Nigeria grapples with significant insecurity issues, including terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. In 2021, it was ranked as the 15th most dangerous country in the world. Insecurity is a major problem in Nigeria. The country is plagued by terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence. In 2021, Nigeria was ranked the 15th most dangerous country in the world. There are many causes of insecurity in Nigeria. One reason is the country's porous borders. This makes it easy for criminals and terrorists to cross into Nigeria from neighboring countries. The government has taken some steps to address insecurity. In 2015, the government launched a military operation called Operation Lafiya Dole to combat terrorism and banditry. However, the operation has h...