President of the Senate Ahmad Lawan has offered his warmest wishes to Nigerian workers on this year’s May Day. Lawan also recognised workers for their significant contributions to the nation’s development.
Lawan stated in a statement on Saturday that Nigerian workers deserved gratitude and respect for their contributions to the country’s growth, according to Ola Awoniyi, Special Adviser (Media) to the Senate President.
He added: “I also salute them for their patriotic cooperation with the government and other institutions in the collective efforts to address societal challenges.
“There is no gainsaying the fact that Labour creates wealth for the nation, the more reason that the welfare of the Nigerian workers should always be accorded priority.
“As Parliament, the National Assembly will continue to partner with the Organised Labour in addressing issues that affect workers and the generality of the Nigerian people.
“Despite the prevailing challenges, the relationship between Labour and the government should be cooperative in the overall interest of the country.
“In the spirit of May Day, I appeal for a speedy and amicable resolution of the ongoing negotiations between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to ensure that our universities reopen for learning and research.”
