The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, on Friday, May 1, 2026, assured workers that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is deeply committed to promoting policies and programmes that prioritize the welfare, dignity, and prosperity of the Nigerian workforce.
Yilwatda, who gave the assurance while commemorating Workers; Day, also said that President Tinubu remains a worker-friendly leader who understands the central role of labour in nation-building.
While congratulating all the workers in the country on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration, Yilwatda particularly commended their resilience, patriotism, and unwavering contributions to Nigeria’s growth and development.
A statement by Abimbola Tooki, Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy to the APC National Chairman marking the celebration, stated that Professor Yilwatda paid glowing tribute to Nigerian workers across all sectors of the economy, noting that their sacrifices, diligence, and commitment remain the backbone of national progress.
The APC national chairman 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 further said that the ongoing economic reforms introduced by the current administration are critical and inevitable steps toward repositioning Nigeria for sustainable growth and long-term prosperity.
He further said that key policy measures, including 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 industrialization, are aimed at addressing longstanding structural challenges within the economy.
He said 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.
While acknowledging that the transition may present short-term challenges, he assured that the government is implementing targeted interventions to cushion the effects and ensure that the gains of these reforms are broadly shared among Nigerians.
Yilwatda reiterated that the sacrifices being made by workers today are not in vain, expressing confidence that the ongoing reforms will ultimately lead to a more prosperous, inclusive, and resilient economy that benefits all citizens.
The APC chairman 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.
He wished all Nigerian workers a happy and fulfilling Workers’ Day celebration, praying for continued strength, progress, and prosperity for them and their families.
