On Friday, the Labour Party commended Nigerian workers on International Workers’ Day and urged the government to intensify efforts to enhance workers’ welfare in the face of growing economic difficulties.
This was said in a statement released in Abuja by Ken Asogwa, the party’s National Publicity Secretary.
The party noted that its identity since its inception in 2003 has been strongly linked to the struggles and ambitions of Nigerian workers, describing Workers’ Day as extremely significant.
The party emphasized that more needed to be done given the current inflationary pressures, even while it acknowledged the actions made by the current administration, such as the recent rise in the minimum wage.
“We use this opportunity to call on those in authority to intensify efforts toward improving the welfare of Nigerian workers,” he declared.
“We stress that much more needs to be done, especially in light of current inflationary pressures, even though we acknowledge the current administration’s efforts to lessen the harsh realities faced by workers, particularly the recent increase in the minimum wage.”
Additionally, it praised the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria and the Nigeria Labour Congress for their unwavering dedication to upholding workers’ rights and furthering the Nigerian cause.
The party pledged to continue supporting laws that ensure fair salaries and are in line with international best practices as defined by the International Labour Organization, reiterating its sympathy with workers.
“LP praises the Trade Union Congress, the Nigerian Labour Congress, and their affiliated unions for their unwavering dedication to the Nigerian project and the defense of workers’ rights.
We reassure Nigerian workers that the Labour Party stands firmly with them and will never abandon the collective struggle for good governance—one that guarantees fair wages and aligns with the ideals and standards of the International Labour Organization,” Asogwa declared.
In anticipation of upcoming elections, the party expressed confidence in what it called the people’s ultimate victory and urged employees to stick with the party.
The statement further said, “Aluta continua, victoria ascerta.”
