President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has assured Nigerian workers that the National Assembly understands the economic pressures they face and is committed to addressing their concerns through targeted legislation.
The assurance was conveyed in a goodwill message marking the 2026 International Workers’ Day. The statement, released in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, highlighted the Senate’s resolve to prioritise workers’ welfare.
Akpabio acknowledged the realities confronting workers across the country and reaffirmed the upper chamber’s readiness to intervene through laws aimed at improving living standards and working conditions.
He said, “The 10th National Assembly recognises the challenges workers face, from rising costs of living to workplace demands.
“I assure you that the Senate remains unwavering in its commitment to legislating for a living wage, safer workplaces, pension reforms, and policies that expand job creation and protect the dignity of labour.
“The passage of the new National Minimum Wage Act and the implementation of workers’ welfare packages are testaments to this commitment.”
The message comes at a time when many Nigerians continue to grapple with economic strain driven by inflation, high living costs, and concerns over the sustainability of wages—issues that remain central to national conversations.
The Senate President also urged employers in both public and private sectors to place greater emphasis on the well-being of their workforce, noting that improved conditions directly impact productivity.
“Today, we celebrate you—the teachers who mould our future, the farmers who feed our nation, the doctors and nurses who heal our land, the artisans, traders, civil servants, security personnel, and private sector employees whose daily toil builds Nigeria.
“You are the true heroes of our democracy and the engine of our economy.
“To organised labour, I commend your constructive engagements and patriotism. The Senate will continue to partner with the NLC, TUC and all affiliates to ensure that the voice of the Nigerian worker is heard and respected in the chambers of policy and law,” he stated.