The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has called on Nigerian workers to harness their electoral influence ahead of the 2027 general elections by supporting leaders committed to improving living standards through better wages and people-focused policies.
In a statement marking the 2026 Workers’ Day, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, emphasised the need for workers to move beyond symbolic recognition and actively shape the country’s political direction.
The party’s message comes at a time of increasing economic strain, with many Nigerians grappling with inflation, rising transport and energy costs, and a widening gap between earnings and living expenses.
Johnson stressed that workers must begin to assert their collective strength at the ballot box by backing candidates who prioritise their wellbeing.
“As we move further into this critical electoral cycle, the NNPP urges every worker, from the civil servant in the city to the labourer in the field, to recognise their collective power.
“To transform the standard of living in Nigeria, workers must move beyond mere survival and embrace political organisation. We must ensure that the next crop of representatives and leaders are individuals who prioritise a living wage over a minimum wage, implement policies that drastically reduce the cost of living, and invest in social safety nets and infrastructure that ease the burden on the common man.”
While commending the resilience of Nigerian workers, the party cautioned against normalising hardship as a permanent condition.
According to Johnson, citizens deserve an economy that works for everyone, not one sustained by endurance alone.
“Despite the daunting economic headwinds, the rising cost of living, and the daily struggle to make ends meet, your dedication to keeping the wheels of this country turning is nothing short of heroic.
“We recognise that this May Day comes at a time of profound reflection. The average Nigerian worker is currently navigating unprecedented inflationary pressures on food and essential services, a high cost of transportation and energy, and a widening gap between stagnant wages and the skyrocketing cost of survival,” he added.
The NNPP reaffirmed its commitment to advocating policies that prioritise the welfare of ordinary Nigerians and improve the overall quality of life.