By Albert Akota
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on governments and other employers to treat workers with dignity and respect, and provide them with decent conditions, fair wages and job security.
CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, made the call in a statement issued yesterday in Abuja.
Archbishop Okoh praised the resilience, dedication and hard work of Nigerian workers, who had continued to drive the economy forward in spite of numerous challenges.
He said CAN recognised invaluable contributions of Nigerian workers to the growth and development of the nation.
He said: “We recognize the sacrifices they make daily to ensure that their families and the nation at large has a better future.
“As Christians, we believe that work is not just a means of earning a living but also a means of fulfilling our God-given purpose on earth.
“We, therefore, encourage all Nigerian workers to continue to approach their work with diligence, excellence and integrity, knowing that their labour is not in vain.
“We also want to use this occasion to express our solidarity with Nigerian workers who have been adversely affected by the current economic situation,” it said.
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