Every 1st May Declared Workers' Day In Nigeria
What is Workers' Day?
Workers' Day In Nigeria, observed every 1st May of every year marks as a national tribute to all the workers across all sectors for their dedications, resilience and contributions.
It is a day mapped out to recognize all the efforts that drive the nation's economy forward, celebrate achievements in the place of work and reflect on the importance of fair work practices and improve working conditions.
In Nigeria, every first day of May is been Nigdeclared a public holiday by Federal Government to celebrate and honor all the working class people for their zeals, efforts, time, energy and commitment towards their workplace.
While it is a day of rest for workers, it often serves as a focal point for the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), to advocate better welfare, particularly regarding the implementation of the national minimum wage and social protection of informal workers
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Origin of Workers' Day
It dated back in 1886 at Haymarket affairs in Chicago, United States, where workers are forced to work under violence by the police.
Over 70 countries observed May 1st as international workers' Day except United States and Canada that observe Labour Day on first month of September.
Origin of Workers' Day In Nigeria
It was first officially recognized by the kano state government before it turned to public holiday.
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