The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has conveyed her heartfelt appreciation to the nation’s workforce as Nigeria marks the 2024 Workers’ Day on May 1st.
In her message, Senator Tinubu recognized the outstanding contributions of workers across various sectors, highlighting their unwavering dedication, resilience, and innovative spirit. She particularly commended teachers for nurturing young minds, farmers for cultivating the land, doctors and nurses for safeguarding health, engineers for building infrastructure, and all others who contribute to Nigeria’s progress.
She called for a moment of reflection, urging everyone to consider ways to enhance their productivity and contribute even more meaningfully to the nation’s development.
In her words, Senator Tinubu stated, “I acknowledge the immense contributions of our nation’s workforce that is renowned for its dedication, resilience, and innovation. I therefore salute the teachers who nurture young minds, the farmers who cultivate our land, the doctors and nurses who safeguard our health, the engineers who build our infrastructure, and countless others who dedicate their skills and energy to building a better Nigeria.”
The celebration of Workers’ Day, also known as May Day, is a global tradition to honour workers’ contributions to society. It is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of work and its impact on national progress.
Senator Tinubu’s message resonates with the spirit of unity and productivity that defines the Nigerian workforce. Her call for reflection underscores the importance of continuous improvement and innovation in all spheres of work.
As Nigeria commemorates this year’s Workers’ Day, the First Lady’s words serve as a reminder of the value and significance of the nation’s workforce in driving progress and prosperity.