The Labour Party on Friday, May 1, congratulated Nigerian workers on the occasion of International Workers’ Day, calling on authorities to intensify efforts to improve workers’ welfare in the face of mounting economic challenges.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, made this known in a statement issued in Abuja.
The party described Workers’ Day as a deeply significant event, noting that its identity since its registration in 2003 has remained closely tied to the struggles and aspirations of Nigerian workers.
It emphasised the need to continually prioritise policies that uplift workers and protect their interests.
While acknowledging recent efforts by the current administration, including the increase in the minimum wage, the party insisted that such measures were not sufficient given the prevailing economic realities.
“We use this opportunity to call on those in authority to intensify efforts toward improving the welfare of Nigerian workers,” Asogwa said.
“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 much more remains to be done, especially in light of prevailing inflationary pressures.”
The party also lauded organised labour, particularly the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, for their consistent advocacy and commitment to workers’ rights.
“LP commends the Nigerian Labour Congress, the Trade Union Congress, and their affiliate unions for their steadfast commitment to the Nigerian project and the protection of workers’ rights,” the statement read.
Reiterating its support, the Labour Party pledged continued alignment with policies that promote fair wages and adhere to global standards set by the International Labour Organisation.
“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 added.
Looking ahead, the party urged workers to remain committed to its cause, expressing optimism about what it described as the eventual victory of the people.
“Aluta continua, victoria ascerta,” the statement concluded.