Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has urged for more attention towards the Nigerian workers.
In a statement to mark this year’s May Day, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, former presidential candidate, noted that the Nigerian workers bear the burden of Nigeria's economic hardship.
He said, "The Nigerian worker stands as the indomitable engine propelling our nation towards its long-sought prosperity.
"In the face of relentless hardship and meager compensation, Nigerian workers have continued to bear the burdens of our economic aspirations with silent heroism."
"It is thus imperative that governments and employers alike erect unyielding safeguards to protect the dignity, benefits, and entitlements that justly belong to the worker.
"I hereby urge policy makers to draw inspiration from the theme of this year’s celebration, and to embrace the labour force not as a mere tool but as an equal partner in the journey to national greatness. -AA #WorkersDay."