ABUJA — Nigerian workers remain central to the country’s economic resilience and growth, according to Segun Tomori, a former media aide to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development and a House of Representatives aspirant for Oshodi-Isolo Constituency II.
In a statement marking the 2026 Workers’ Day, Tomori said the contributions of workers across key sectors continue to sustain Nigeria’s economy despite persistent macroeconomic pressures.
He pointed to industries such as technology, manufacturing, agriculture, entertainment, and the civil service as critical drivers of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), noting that workforce productivity remains a stabilising force amid inflationary trends and structural challenges.
“Brick by brick, our nation is built by the dedication and resilience of the Nigerian worker,” Tomori said.
He highlighted the role of both formal and informal sector participants, including artisans, traders, and sanitation workers, whose contributions, he said, are often under-recognised but essential to daily economic activity and social stability.
Tomori described these groups as “unsung contributors” to national development, stressing that their efforts underpin broader economic output and service delivery across urban and rural communities.
The statement comes at a time when Nigeria’s labour force continues to navigate rising living costs, currency volatility, and shifting economic policies, factors that have placed increased pressure on household incomes and productivity.
Tomori called for renewed focus on worker welfare, urging both public and private stakeholders to prioritise policies that enhance living standards and economic security. He also encouraged a culture of shared responsibility, where citizens support one another amid ongoing economic adjustments.
Looking ahead, the lawmaker hopeful outlined plans to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) within Oshodi-Isolo Constituency II, describing small businesses as a key employment engine. He said this would include facilitating access to grants and federal intervention programmes if elected.
He also identified access to credit as a priority area, noting potential collaboration with institutions such as CREDiTCorp to expand financing options for workers and small business owners.
In addition, Tomori pledged to support legislative measures aimed at improving working conditions, income stability, and overall dignity of labour in Nigeria.
“Our best is yet to come as a nation,” he said. “Harnessing Nigeria’s potential will require alignment between leadership and the workforce, with national interest placed above individual considerations.”
The expectation is that the policy proposals tied to worker welfare and MSME support will translate into tangible economic relief, particularly as Nigeria balances growth targets with ongoing structural reforms.
