In the feast of celebration of International Workers’ Day, Hon Olajide Akintunde AKT, representing Lagelu State Constituency has extended his felicitations to Nigerian workers.
In his May Day message, Hon AKT emphasized the critical role of workers in driving national development and stressed the need for legislative actions that protect their rights and enhance workplace standards.
He noted that the growing economic challenges require urgent government intervention to safeguard workers from instability and hardship.
“The Nigerian workforce is the backbone of our economy, and we must prioritize their welfare through effective policies,” AKT stated.
He called on both federal and state governments to strengthen social protection programs and create economic policies that alleviate the burden on workers.
Furthermore, the house committee chairman on local government, Chieftaincy matter and State Honors commended Nigerian workers for their resilience, dedication, and contributions to national progress despite prevailing challenges.
The Lagelu legislature encouraged them to remain steadfast in their commitment to professionalism and excellence, assuring them that legislative bodies would continue to work toward creating a fair and conducive labor environment.
“The essence of Workers’ Day is to honor the sacrifices and contributions of our workforce. We must ensure that labor policies align with global standards and offer practical solutions to the challenges workers face.
The strength of our nation lies in the hard work, dedication, and perseverance* of its people,” Hon AKT added.
