Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed concern over the Federal Government’s slow response to the ongoing strike by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN).
In a statement shared on his X handle @PeterObi on Monday, Obi said the strike was already having a serious impact on both citizens and the economy, warning that failure to act promptly could worsen the suffering of Nigerians.
“I am worried about the lack of response by the Government to the threat and eventual commencement of a strike by PENGASSAN, which is already having a very adverse impact on Nigerian citizens and the Nigerian economy,” he said.
Obi appealed to the government to quickly step in and resolve the dispute in a way that balances the interests of all stakeholders, including workers, investors, and the wider economy.
“The protection of these interests in a win-win manner is the primary responsibility of any responsible Government,” he stressed.
He further cautioned that labour crises must be prevented before they escalate, adding: “The Federal Government must learn to nip in the bud the labour crisis that has the potential of creating further suffering for the already struggling citizens of our dear country.”
