The Federal Government has declared Friday a public holiday to enable workers to celebrate International Workers’ Day.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on behalf of the Federal Government.
This was contained in a statement by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, on Wednesday in Abuja.
PremiumTimes, a Nigerian Online newspaper reports that Mr Tunji-Ojo commended Nigerian workers for their hard work and dedication to national development, adding that their efforts remained essential to Nigeria’s growth and prosperity.
According to him, the Federal Government remains committed to supporting the welfare and security of all workers by creating a favourable environment for economic growth.
He encouraged workers to mark the day by reflecting on the importance of unity and hard work in nation-building.
Mr Tunji-Ojo congratulated workers across the country on a peaceful 1 May Workers’ Day celebration.
