Atiku Abubakar, former Vice-President, sends heartfelt condolences to Nigerian workers, citing governmental policies detrimental to their well-being.
In his International Workers Day message, Atiku acknowledges the global celebration while highlighting the grim reality faced by Nigerian workers.
Despite government assurances, promises of wage hikes remain elusive, exacerbating hardships and dismal living conditions.
The recent removal of fuel subsidies without worker consultation underscores governmental ineptitude, causing widespread frustration and prolonged queues at petrol stations nationwide.
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Atiku condemns the unilateral decision, emphasizing the burden placed on long-suffering Nigerians due to systemic corruption and inefficiencies.
He pays tribute to past and present labor activists, highlighting the historical struggle against tyranny and poor governance.
Under the current administration, workers endure escalating prices of essential goods, exacerbating their plight.
Atiku laments the disparity between the government’s international rhetoric and the harsh reality faced by Nigerian workers.
He urges the government to prioritize worker safety and health amidst changing climate conditions, hoping for tangible action to address workers’ concerns.
