Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has applauded Nigerian workers as the backbone of the country’s development.
The First Lady made the remark on Thursday in commemoration of the International Workers Day celebration on May 1, 2025.
Apart from Mrs Tinubu, other prominent Nigerians have sent congratulatory messages to the workers as they join their counterpart across the world to celebrate May Day.
According to Mrs Tinubu, this year’s celebration is a reminder to workers that hardwork pays, noting that the workforce is the “backbone of our development.”
She said the dignity of labour must be upheld at all times, she “salute the men and women who rise each day to go to work and support our economy.”
She also called on the leaders to appreciate workers who are the hewers of wood for the country’s economy and the backbone of any government.
“I extend gratitude and congratulations to all Nigerian workers for your commitment to nation-building,” Tinubu said.
She adds,”May your efforts continue to yield fruit, and may we, as a nation, always uphold the value of your labour.
“This year’s celebration is a reminder of the dignity of labour and the importance of creating opportunities that are fair to all. I salute the men and women who rise each day to go to work and support our economy.
“Across all sectors, whether public or private, formal or informal, Nigerian workers remain the backbone of our development and the driving force behind our nation’s progress. I wish you all a happy Workers’ Day celebration and I pray that our beloved nation continues to prosper and grow in leaps and bounds,” she said.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the International Workers’ Day is an annual celebration held on May 1 to honour the contributions of workers and the labor movement.
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