Workers’ Day: Tinubu Reaffirms Fight Against Insecurity, Poverty

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to addressing insecurity and poverty, describing both as major obstacles to decent work and sustainable national development.

Tinubu made the declaration on Friday at the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration held at Eagle Square in Abuja, where he was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.

The event, themed “Insecurity and Poverty: The Bane of Decent Work Agenda,” brought together leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, government officials and workers from across the country.

The President said insecurity and poverty continue to undermine economic progress, stressing that no meaningful development can take place where citizens live in fear or struggle to meet basic needs.

He noted that his administration is addressing the challenges through deliberate and coordinated policies under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Tinubu highlighted the Community Protection Guards Initiative, which he said has recruited and trained 45,000 young Nigerians to support local security efforts while creating employment opportunities.

On social intervention, he said the National Social Investment Programme has been expanded to reach 15 million vulnerable households, with about 7.5 million Nigerians lifted above the poverty line through targeted support.

The President also cited major infrastructure projects, including the Lagos Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto Badagry Superhighway and the Ajaokuta Kaduna Kano Gas Pipeline, which he said have generated over 600,000 jobs.

He added that over 100,000 vehicles have been converted under the Presidential CNG Initiative, reducing transport costs, while a N200 billion MSME fund has supported more than one million small businesses.

On workers’ welfare, Tinubu said his administration has implemented the new national minimum wage, ensured compliance across federal institutions and restored gratuity payments from January 2026.

He also disclosed that over 800,000 informal sector workers have been enrolled in the micro pension scheme to strengthen social protection.

The President urged organised labour to prioritise dialogue over industrial action, saying strikes should remain a last resort.

He further called on employers to respect labour agreements and assured that government would continue to enforce international labour standards.

Tinubu restated his administration’s resolve to defeat insecurity and reduce poverty, expressing optimism about a more secure and prosperous Nigeria.

 

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