By Abiola Olawale
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has praised Nigerian workers, describing them as the backbone of the Nigerian economy
In his heartfelt message commemorating International Workers’ Day, Akpabio commended what he described as the resilience, dedication, and productivity of Nigerian workers across various sectors in the country.
The annual celebration observed globally on May 1, honours the contributions of workers to national development and economic growth.
Akpabio, in the statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, noted the hard work and dedication of the Nigerian workers.
The statement reads in part: “Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of Nigerian workers. We, in the Senate and of course, the National Assembly, acknowledge your invaluable contributions to our nation’s development.
“I commend your resilience in the face of challenges and recognise your role in driving our economy forward. Despite obvious challenges, you remain the backbone of our economy. I salute your unwavering commitment to excellence and productivity. Your contributions are vital to our nation’s progress.”
The Senate President equally promised to ensure that the rights of workers are guaranteed.
He assured that: “Under our eyes, no Nigerian worker will be victimised on account of expressing himself or herself either in demanding their rights or seeking legal redress.
“I must say that Nigerian workers are our pride, and we will not shirk our responsibility to work together with the Executive to address workers’ concerns and create opportunities for growth and prosperity. Together, we shall build a brighter future for Nigerian workers and our great nation.”
