Workers in Ondo State under the umbrella of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have conferred an award of “Most Workers’ Friendly Governor” on Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
The NLC chairman, Comrade Victor Oladele Amoko, and his TUC counterpart, Comrade Clement Fatuase, said the award was in appreciation of Governor Akeredolu’s immense contributions to the welfare of workers in the state.
They said the 2023 May Day was an occasion to celebrate and appreciate the Governor for his genuine commitment to the welfare of workers and pensioners in the state.
The award was received by the special adviser to the governor on union matters and special duties, Mr. Dare Aragbaiye, who represented him at the event.
The NLC chairman said:” Distinguished Comrades, you will recall that on May Day last year 2022, Mr Governor promised to defray all outstanding arrears of salaries and pensions by the end of the year 2022. Today, it is no more news that Mr. Governor had fulfilled the promise and had done more than expected.
“For instance, the long-awaited consequential pension adjustment was graciously approved for Ondo State pensioners without much agitation, while approval of new retirement age for teachers in Ondo State and many more have been accomplished.’’
In his remarks, Governor Akeredolu said the public service in the state has continued to enjoy a conducive working environment under his administration.
He noted that his government has put in place diverse worker-friendly programmes to ensure that workers can discharge their duties to the best of their abilities.
