Anglican Primate Calls for Emergency Declaration on Social Welfare
Archbishop Henry Ndukuba, Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), has urged the government to declare a state of emergency on social welfare. He made this call during the inauguration of a standing committee meeting, emphasizing the need for urgent action.
Ndukuba pressed the National Assembly to criminalize delayed pension payments and extend the newly signed N70,000 minimum wage to pensioners. He praised President Bola Tinubu for signing the bill but noted that many pensioners live on “starvation wages.”
The cleric highlighted the plight of vulnerable groups, including the unemployed, aged, and young adults. He stressed the importance of targeted policies and programs to address their needs.
Key Highlights:
- Anglican Primate calls for emergency declaration on social welfare
- Urges National Assembly to criminalize delayed pension payments
- Advocates for extension of N70,000 minimum wage to pensioners
- Emphasizes need for policies supporting vulnerable groups
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