The Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Monday Igbuya on Sunday reflected on the important role that workers play in the economy and society, the gains made over the years and what remains to be done, pledging to protect the legitimate rights and interests of workers in the state.
In his message to mark International Labour Day, Igbuya praised Delta State workers for aligning themselves with the government on the SMART Agenda.
He urged the workers to stick to the path of development by working hard for the progress and prosperity of the state.
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“Delta State is on the path of sustainable development. The government is paying attention to the needs of the workers” Igbuya said.
He called on workers to adopt positive attitudes that promote unity, tolerance, respect and determination.
Igbuya who described workers as source of strength thanked members of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, Delta Chapter for keeping the legislative arm working.
“We have a lot to be proud of. We have achieved very commendable results, which we must consolidate and improve upon” he said.
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He applauded Deltans, home and abroad, for taking the path of sanity, urging them to support the government.
Ending the message, he said “I wish all workers in Nigeria a happy Labour Day”.