President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has assured Nigerian workers that the National Assembly and the Executive arm of government would work collaboratively to give them a living wage and better working conditions.
The Senate President gave the assurance in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh to congratulate the workers as they commemorate the 2024 May Day.
Akpabio, in the message, extolled the sterling qualities that stand out to the Nigerian worker saying “A Nigerian worker is noted for his patriotism, hard work, resilience, and dedication to duty.
Speaking on this year’s theme for Workers Day, “Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate,” Akpabio promised that the National Assembly under his leadership is more than committed to ensuring the best working conditions for the Nigerian workers adding that, “No Nigerian worker will again be allowed to work under inhuman conditions.
The Senate President reiterated that the theme for this year’s celebration is apt and in tune with the international best practices assuring that Nigeria will never be left behind.
According to him, the 10th National Assembly is fully committed to providing the required legislative enablement aimed at protecting the interest of the Nigerian worker, creating a befitting workplace environment and a pay that takes them home.
(Editor : Ena Agbanoma)
