BREAKING: FG Declares Wednesday, May 1 Public Holiday to Celebrate Workers
- Wednesday, May 1, 2024, has been declared a public holiday to mark the Workers’ Day celebration in Nigeria
- The minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, April 30
- Tunji-Ojo wishes workers a happy celebration while acknowledging their contribution to nation-building
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State House, Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government has declared Wednesday, May 1, 2024, as a public holiday to mark the Workers’ Day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, reaffirmed that President Tinubu's administration is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, productivity, and inclusivity in the workplace.
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Tunji-Ojo made this known in a statement shared via his X handle (formerly known as Twitter) @MinOfInteriorNG on Tuesday, April 30.
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The statement was signed by Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako, permanent secretary in the interior ministry.
"In alignment with this year's theme, which focuses on ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate, I wish to state that the Federal Government remains steadfast in its resolve to prioritise the safety and well-being of all citizens. Let me reaffirm Mr. President's commitment to providing a conducive environment for work, where every worker can thrive and contribute meaningfully to national development".
The minister wishes workers a happy celebration while acknowledging their contribution to nation-building.
He urged workers to implement sustainable practices and policies that promote well-being in the workplace and in building a nation guided by the principles of integrity, diligence and compassion.
Tunji-Ojo admonished Nigerians to remain committed to Tinubu's administration's Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu’s govt urged to pay N100,000 to workers
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that federal lawmakers want Tinubu to increase workers' salaries as economic hardship bites harder .
While expressing concern about Nigeria's rising inflation, the house of representatives called for the payment of N100,000 ‘living wages’ to Nigerian workers.
The lawmakers maintained that no worker could live in Nigeria with a wage of less than N100,000.00 per month now.
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