{"id":117661,"date":"2024-05-01T22:15:13","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T21:15:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/labour-minister-lauds-workers-contribution-to-nigerias-progress"},"modified":"2024-05-02T00:25:45","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T23:25:45","slug":"labour-minister-lauds-workers-contribution-to-nigerias-progress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/labour-minister-lauds-workers-contribution-to-nigerias-progress","title":{"rendered":"Labour Minister lauds workers\u2019 contribution to Nigeria\u2019s progress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha has saluted Nigerian workers, noting that their dedicated spirit, unrelenting toil and selfless patriotism in the face of challenges are the driving force behind the nation\u2019s progress.<\/p>\n<p>Onyejeocha noted that the contributions of Nigerian workers have been instrumental in propelling the Nigerian government forward as it navigates the challenges of economic recovery.<\/p>\n<p>She spoke in a statement to mark the 2024 International Worker\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis year\u2019s theme, \u2018People First\u2019, resonates deeply with our administration\u2019s commitment to prioritizing the well-being and dignity of all Nigerians,\u201d the minister said.<\/p>\n<p>Onyejeocha reiterated the dedication of government to creating a brighter future, where every citizen can thrive.<\/p>\n<p>She urged workers to join forces with the President Bola Tinubu led administration to steer the country towards a path of productivity, prosperity and growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTogether, let us forge an unbreakable bond, united in our pursuit of a common goal: the rebirth, growth, and development of our beloved nation,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n<p>Onyejeocha implored Nigerian workers to remain steadfast in their dedication to the country\u2019s progress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\">Nigeria<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha has saluted Nigerian workers, noting that their dedicated spirit, unrelenting toil and selfless patriotism in the face of challenges are the driving force behind the nation\u2019s progress. 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