The Labour Party on Friday, May 1, congratulated Nigerian workers on the occasion of the International Workers’ Day, urging authorities to step up efforts at improving the welfare of workers in the face of increasing economic challenges.
This was disclosed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, in a statement issued in Abuja.
The party described Workers’ Day as a very important event, adding that the party’s identity since its registration in 2003 has been very closely tied to the struggles and aspirations of Nigerian workers.
It highlighted the importance of attaching importance to policy that improved worker status and protected their interests consistently.
The party did acknowledge that the current administration had taken some recent steps, such as raising the minimum wage, but argued that these measures were insufficient to address the current economic realities.
“We use this opportunity to appeal to those in authority to step up efforts to improve the welfare of Nigerian workers,” said Asogwa.
“We commend the steps taken by the current administration to soften the harsh realities confronting workers, such as the recent increase in the minimum wage. But we stress that much more needs to be done, particularly in light of continuing inflationary pressures.
The party also commended organised labour especially the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria for their consistent advocacy and commitment on the rights of workers.
The statement read, “LP commends the Nigerian Labour Congress, the Trade Union Congress and their affiliate unions for their unwavering commitment to the Nigerian project and the protection of the rights of workers.
The Labour Party reiterated its pledge to support for continued policies that promote fair wages and are consistent with global standards as set by the International Labour Organisation.
“We tell the Nigerian workers that the Labour Party is solidly behind them and will not abandon the collective struggle for good governance that will guarantee fair wages and in line with the ideals and standards of the International Labour Organisation,” Asogwa said.
Looking ahead the party urged workers to remain committed to its cause and was optimistic about what it called the eventual victory of the people.
“Aluta continua, victoria ascerta,” the statement said.
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