By Oluwaseun Sonde
Nigerian Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has said that there is no gainsaying the fact that Labour creates wealth for the nation, adding that the more reason welfare of the Nigerian workers should always be accorded priority.
In a statement signed by the Senate President's Spokesman, Ola Awoniyi on Saturday, while celebrating Nigerian workers for their immense contributions to the development of the nation, sending best wishes on the occasion of this year's May Day.
According to him, "Nigerian workers deserve our appreciations and respects for their contributions to the development of our country.
"I also salute them for their patriotic cooperation with the government and and other institutions in the collective efforts to address societal challenges", Lawan said.
He promised that 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 Government should be cooperative in the overall interest of the country", he added.
Senate President said in the spirit of May Day, he appealed for a speedy and amicable resolution of the ongoing negotiations between the Federal Government and Academic Staff Union of Universities(ASUU) to ensure that Nigerian universities reopen for learning and research.
"We should always be mindful that no society can make meaningful progress without industrial peace and harmony. Once again, I say congratulations to Nigerian workers and wish them a happy May Day," Lawan said.
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