Workers Day

April 29, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s International Workers’ Day, in recognition of the immense contributions of Nigerian workers to national growth, economic stability and public...

April 29, (THEWILL) – The Federal Government has declared Thursday, May 1, 2025, as Public Holiday to commemorate this year's Workers’ Day Celebration. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government,...

May 02, (THEWILL) – As workers across the world celebrate the 2023 International Workers' Day, the leadership of the organised labour in Osun State, on Monday, showered praises and encomiums on Governor Ademola Adeleke, describing him as the...

May 01, (THEWILL) - Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has joined millions of Nigerians to celebrate the 2023 International Workers Day. In a message posted on his Facebook page, Sanwo-Olu, said their hard work, dedication, and contributions to the growth...

May 01, (THEWILL) - Plateau State Governor, Simon Bako Lalong, said he has fulfilled his pact with workers in the State and leaving behind a good legacy of improved welfare and a professionalised workforce. A statement issued by Dr Makurdi...

May 01, (THEWILL) - As workers across the globe on Monday, celebrate the International Workers' Day, the Campaign for Democracy (CD), has joined workers across the globe and particularly in Nigeria, in commemorating the very important event. The CD in...

May 01, (THEWILL) - The four days industrial action embarked upon by public primary and secondary school teachers in Akwa Ibom State was, on Monday, called off. The decision to call off the strike came on the heels of resolutions...

May 01, (THEWILL) - Nigeria’s President-Elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday, assured workers of a better deal under his administration, promising to give them a “living wage”. The former Lagos State Governor, who promised to be a dependable ally of...

May 01, (THEWILL) – Plateau State Governor-elect, Barr Caleb Mutfwang, has congratulated workers in the state on the occasion of the 2023 Workers' Day, urging them to remain committed, resilient, and productive for the advancement of the state. Mutfwang,...

May 01, (THEWILL) – Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on Monday, joined millions of Nigerians to salute workers generally and in particular, those in his State, on the occasion of the 2023 International Workers' Day. In his message...