The Federal Government has emphasized the critical role of labor movements in achieving the goals of decent work and harmonious industrial relations in Nigeria. This was stated by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Alhaji Muhammadu Dingyadi, during the 7th Registrar of Trade Unions national workshop held in Abuja. The event, themed “Best Practices for Social Partners Engagement in a Challenging Economy,” aimed to address contemporary challenges and foster collaboration among stakeholders in the labor sector.

Alhaji Dingyadi lauded the contributions of trade union movements and labor stakeholders toward building a competitive and progressive nation. He commended the Registrar of Trade Unions and his team for their dedication to hosting the workshop annually, underlining its importance as a platform for addressing labor-related issues and fostering professional excellence.

The Minister stressed that such initiatives strengthen the labor sector by aligning practices with global standards, ensuring effective policy implementation, and reducing industrial disputes. He also recognized the significance of regular training and empowerment workshops in creating an informed and productive workforce.

Reflecting on last year’s workshop, which focused on repositioning labor administration for socio-economic development, Dingyadi highlighted key recommendations such as capacity building, labor law amendments, and enhancing workplace safety. This year’s workshop expanded on these themes, covering topics like collective bargaining, strikes’ legality, and addressing challenges in implementing the minimum wage.

He concluded by emphasizing that the workshop’s outcomes would help create a blueprint for improved social partner engagement and industrial harmony in Nigeria. Mr. John Nyamali, acting as Permanent Secretary, noted that the event brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, labor leaders, and industry representatives, to exchange ideas and propose solutions to pressing labor issues.