The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Alhaji Garba Muhammed, has called on the Federal Government to address the issues of inflation and unemployment in the country.
Muhammed, who spoke at a news conference in Abuja on Monday, also urged the government to address the issue of poverty and insecurity.
He commended the government on its giant stride of becoming one of the biggest economies in Africa and described the development as a positive trend for the country.
The NUJ president said that the achievement should, however, reflect on the livelihood of Nigerians.
Muhammed said: “We see this as a great feat and we are using this medium to commend the government for achieving this status.
“It is pertinent to mention here that while we commend the government on the success, they should make effort to reflect same on the existing reality in Nigeria today.
“Government should strive to address the issue of inflation, unemployment, poverty and insecurity in the country.”
Muhammed said that the average Nigerian would only feel the achievement when these challenges have been addressed.
On the World Bank report, he said, the report should be treated with seriousness, adding that the government should strive to address the issues raised.
He commended the proceeding at the National Conference, saying that the discussions were such that would enhance the unity of the country.
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