The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has congratulated the labour force in Nigeria as they celebrate International Workers’ Day, describing them as crucial stakeholders in the national project.

Speaker Abbas commended the workers, especially under the auspices of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), for their service, patriotism, and contributions to the growth and development of the country.

The Speaker, in a message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, said the Federal Government will continue to prioritise the welfare and rights of workers. He particularly noted that the government will continue to ensure their safety at the workplace.

While calling on workers to continue to work with the government on nation-building, Speaker Abbas urged them to remain patriotic and embrace dialogue over issues affecting them.

The Speaker wishes workers a happy Labour Day.