Northern Pulse

By Perpetua Onuegbu

As Nigerians joins the world in celebrating workers on this year’s International Workers’ Day, Labour Party has called on authorities in government to intensify efforts at improving the welfare of Nigerian workers.

The National Publicity Secretary, LP , Ken Asogwa made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja.

Asogwa said for the Labour Party, the occasion carried deep emotional and historical significance.

"Since the Party’s registration in 2003, our identity and ideals have remained firmly rooted in the struggles and aspirations of the Nigerian worker. Today, therefore, is not just symbolic, it is profoundly personal.

"We use this opportunity to call on those in authority to intensify efforts toward improving the welfare of Nigerian workers.

"While we acknowledge the current administration’s steps to ease the harsh realities faced by workers, particularly the recent increase in the minimum wage, we emphasise that more remains to be done, especially in light of prevailing inflationary pressures.

"The Labour Party commends the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and their affiliate unions for their steadfast commitment to the Nigerian project and the protection of workers’ rights.

"We assure 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 Organisation."

Asogwa said as the nation looks ahead to the coming elections, Nigerian workers should keep faith with the Labour Party for it is the party that genuinely reflects their values and aspirations.Adding that the party remained confident in the eventual triumph of the people.

Asogwa therefore urged Nigerian workers to keep faith as the nation looks ahead to the 2027 general elections, stressing that Labour Party is the party that genuinely reflects their values and aspirations and confident in the eventual triumph of the people.(NAN)