Labour Unions Reaffirm Support for Governor Obaseki's Second Term Bid

Strategic Insights -

Labour unions in Edo state, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), have expressed their unwavering support for Governor Godwin Obaseki's second term bid. At a rally in Benin City, union leaders praised Obaseki's developmental strides, highlighting his prompt payment of salaries and pension, and commended his efforts in repositioning the state on the path of progress. With thousands of members mobilized across the state, the labour unions are confident that Obaseki's sterling performance will secure him victory at the polls come September 19, 2020.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) have reaffirmed their support for Governor Godwin Obaseki's second term bid.
  • The labour unions hail Obaseki's developmental strides, specifically his prompt payment of salaries and pension, which has been consistent for four years.
  • The TUC Chairman, Mr. Marshal Orhue, noted that there have been no strike actions in Edo state during Obaseki's tenure, emphasizing the governor's commitment to worker welfare.
  • The Chairman of NULGE, Mr. Lazarus Adorolo, commended Obaseki for redefining governance in Edo and repositioning the state on the path of progress.
  • The labour unions are mobilizing thousands of members across the state to ensure Obaseki's reelection on September 19, 2020.
  • The NLC Chairman, Emmanuel Ademokun, emphasized that the governor's sterling performance will earn him victory at the polls, saying "You don't change a working governor, but rather you reelect him."

The labour unions' support is a significant boost to Governor Obaseki's campaign, as it underscores the governor's commitment to worker welfare and his impressive developmental strides in Edo state.

Statistics:

  • Obaseki has consistently paid salaries and pension promptly for four years.
  • There have been no strike actions in Edo state during Obaseki's tenure.
  • The labour unions are mobilizing thousands of members across the state to ensure Obaseki's reelection.

Sources:

  • Edo State Government Press Release, 16 September 2020.