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Posted on: 05:19 Mon, 02 May 2016
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday in Abuja assured Nigerians workers that his government would tackle all socio-economic ills that have troubled the nation.
Speaking at the 2016 May Day celebration with the theme: “The Working Class and The Quest for Socio-Economic Revival,†Buhari said government would evolve solutions to the emerging threats to the well-being of Nigerians and the realisation of sustainable development.
He was represented by Chris Ngige, the
Minister Labour and Employment.
“For us whose main foreign exchange comes from oil, the global decline in the price of oil has further exacerbated our economic crises.
“The resultant effect of this are noticeable in
government’s dwindling resources, reduction in
operational capacities of most companies
especially in the oil and gas sector, threats of
workforce reduction by multinationals, among
others.
“These developments no doubt, have socio-
economic implication for the economy as well
as the working class.
“I make no excuses, for this government of the
APC is determined to tackle the socio-
economic ills head-long.â€
According to the president, development must
be sustainable for it to benefit society in
general.
He said that the present administration would
continue to seek the cooperation of labour, so
that together, “we can attain the enviable
heights of progress in our beloved country.
“This administration shall effect positive
change in the lives of the average Nigerians, to
ensure that the downtrodden are elevated.
“Most importantly, we will fight the intense pain
of corruption which has enriched the very few
to the detriment of the majority of Nigerians
who groan under the overwhelming weight of
poverty resulting from corruption.
“In this fight against corruption, I need you all
to be very willing partners.
“Fighting corruption in the Public Service in
particular, requires the workers to play major
roles by cooperating with the government.â€
The president also assured workers that the
issues and request raised were already being
considered and would be made public in the
near future.
“I request your cooperation and understanding,
as partners in progress.
“The need to ensure a conducive atmosphere
devoid of incessant industrial action becomes
paramount to avoid loss of man hours and
accordingly promote high productivity.
“I further assure you that working together, this
administration will protect workers’ rights and
shall promote incentives for great productivity
and hence, greater posterity,†Mr. Buhari said.
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday in Abuja assured Nigerians workers that his government would tackle all socio-economic ills that have troubled the nation.
Speaking at the 2016 May Day celebration with the theme: “The Working Class and The Quest for Socio-Economic Revival,†Buhari said government would evolve solutions to the emerging threats to the well-being of Nigerians and the realisation of sustainable development.
He was represented by Chris Ngige, the
Minister Labour and Employment.
“For us whose main foreign exchange comes from oil, the global decline in the price of oil has further exacerbated our economic crises.
“The resultant effect of this are noticeable in
government’s dwindling resources, reduction in
operational capacities of most companies
especially in the oil and gas sector, threats of
workforce reduction by multinationals, among
others.
“These developments no doubt, have socio-
economic implication for the economy as well
as the working class.
“I make no excuses, for this government of the
APC is determined to tackle the socio-
economic ills head-long.â€
According to the president, development must
be sustainable for it to benefit society in
general.
He said that the present administration would
continue to seek the cooperation of labour, so
that together, “we can attain the enviable
heights of progress in our beloved country.
“This administration shall effect positive
change in the lives of the average Nigerians, to
ensure that the downtrodden are elevated.
“Most importantly, we will fight the intense pain
of corruption which has enriched the very few
to the detriment of the majority of Nigerians
who groan under the overwhelming weight of
poverty resulting from corruption.
“In this fight against corruption, I need you all
to be very willing partners.
“Fighting corruption in the Public Service in
particular, requires the workers to play major
roles by cooperating with the government.â€
The president also assured workers that the
issues and request raised were already being
considered and would be made public in the
near future.
“I request your cooperation and understanding,
as partners in progress.
“The need to ensure a conducive atmosphere
devoid of incessant industrial action becomes
paramount to avoid loss of man hours and
accordingly promote high productivity.
“I further assure you that working together, this
administration will protect workers’ rights and
shall promote incentives for great productivity
and hence, greater posterity,†Mr. Buhari said.