Dr Betta Edu (2nd from left), NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero (3rd from left) and other Labour leaders.
By Anietie Akpan
As Nigerians celebrate the 2025 May day, the immediate past Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu has hailed Nigerian workers for their resilience, dedication and contributions to nation building, describing them as the “engine of the nation”
In a May Day message to Nigerian workers which she personally signed, Dr Edu, said the event was a celebration of the Workers’ achievements and a reminder of the value they bring to millions of Nigerians.
“I celebrate and appreciate the tireless efforts, dedication, and your contributions across various sectors in Nigeria.
“Your hard work, resilience, and commitment to drive progress and development under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is highly appreciated”, she said.
Dr Edu commended government’s efforts in providing decent work incentives to Nigerian workers.
“Let us continue to unite in solidarity to achieve more development for our nation, Nigeria, as the government continues to provide decent work incentives like wages award, fair pay, and better working conditions under this administration.
“May this day be a celebration of your achievements and a reminder of the value you bring to millions of Nigerians”, she added.