The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to dialogue with organised labour and other stakeholders over petroleum subsidy removal to reach a fair and reasonable solution.
The PDP gave the advice in a communique at a retreat for the elected officials on its platform, held on Saturday in Bauchi.
The opposition party in the communique, signed by its acting National Chairman, Amb. Umar Damagum, made available to newsmen in Abuja, expressed concerns over what it described as the quick removal of the subsidy and the lack of adequate consultation.
“The members agreed on the need for constant engagement and focus on issues concerning the welfare, stability, economy, and security of Nigeria,” it said.
It called on PDP legislators and governors to collaborate as partners in development and avoid conflict that undermined the party’s effectiveness.
The party identified key issues for legislative focus, including insecurity, unemployment, inflation, fuel subsidy removal, and strategies for national development.
It encouraged coalition-building by PDP lawmakers with other opposition parties to form a minority caucus and strong alliance for effective national development.
It stressed the need for governors and legislators to respect and contribute to the success of the party.
