National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has congratulated all Nigerian workers on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration.
This was as he commended the workers for their resilience, patriotism, and unwavering contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria.
Yilwatda, in a statement by his Special Adviser (Media and Information Strategy), Abimbola Tooki, paid glowing tribute to Nigerian workers across all sectors of the economy.
The APC National Chairman also noted that their sacrifices, diligence, and commitment remain the backbone of national progress.
He particularly acknowledged the endurance and understanding demonstrated by workers in the face of current economic realities, describing their perseverance as a testament to the strength and character of the Nigerian people.
Yilwatda assured workers that the administration of President Bola Tinubu was deeply committed to promoting policies and programmes that prioritise the welfare, dignity, and prosperity of the Nigerian workforce.
He emphasised that the president remained a worker-friendly leader who understood the central role of Labour in nation-building.
Professor Yilwatda further noted that the ongoing economic reforms introduced by the current administration were critical and inevitable steps toward repositioning Nigeria for sustainable growth and long-term prosperity.
He explained that key policy measures were aimed at addressing longstanding structural challenges within the economy.
The policy measures, he said, included the removal of fuel subsidy, unification of the foreign exchange system, increased investment in infrastructure, expansion of social intervention programmes, and a renewed focus on industrialisation.
According to him, the reforms were designed to stimulate productivity, enhance economic stability, attract both local and foreign investments, and create more opportunities for employment and wealth creation.
Acknowledging that the transition may present short-term challenges, he assured that the government was implementing targeted interventions to cushion the effects and ensure that the gains of the reforms were broadly shared among Nigerians.
The APC National Chairman restated that the sacrifices being made by workers today were not in vain, expressing confidence that the ongoing reforms will ultimately lead to a more prosperous, inclusive, and resilient economy that will benefit all citizens.
He called on Nigerian workers to remain steadfast, hopeful, and united in their support for the nation’s development agenda, stressing that collective effort and shared commitment are essential to achieving the Nigeria of everyone’s aspiration.
Professor Yilwatda wished all Nigerian workers a happy and fulfilling Workers’ Day celebration, praying for continued strength, progress, and prosperity for them and their families.
