Workers Day: Oyetola pledges commitment to improved maritime workers welfare, security

Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has pledged the Federal Government’s commitment to foster policies that protect the rights, welfare and security of maritime workers in the country.

Oyetola said this in a statement signed on Thursday in Abuja by his Media and Communications Adviser, Dr Bolaji Akinola, in commemoration of this year’s workers day celebration.

It was reported that the International Workers Day, also known as May Day, is observed annually on May 1 to celebrate workers’ rights and highlight the vital role they play in driving socio-economic advancement.

The Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to prioritise investments in infrastructure, technology and training sessions that would enhance productivity and working conditions in the sector.

“Today, I join millions of Nigerians to salute the unwavering spirit and industriousness of our maritime workers, from seafarers and dockworkers to port administrators and regulators.

“Your efforts are the bedrock of our nation’s gateway to trade and economic prosperity and the maritime industry is a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic architecture.

“Our sector remains vital to the realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

“Without your daily sacrifices and commitment to excellence, our ports and inland waterways would not function as efficiently as they do,” he said.

Oyetola hailed maritime workers across the country for their resilience, dedication and invaluable contributions towards enhancing the marine and blue economy sector for the growth and sustainability of Nigeria’s economy.

The minister gave the assurance that the ministry was committed to building a modern, secured and thriving maritime sector that would create jobs, drive innovations and enhance national development.

He called for continued collaboration between government agencies, labour unions and private stakeholders, to ensure that the maritime workforce remained competitive, well-motivated and future-ready.