By Abbanobi-Eku OnyekachiAbuja
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, has assured the senate of the ministry’s dedication to tackling unemployment in Nigeria.
Dingyadi, who has been in office for barely three months, emphasized that addressing unemployment is the ministry’s top priority. He assured that the ministry is working tirelessly to combat unemployment, leveraging various skill development programs to drive employment opportunities ¹.
During his appearance before the Senate Committee on Employment, Labour and Productivity, Dingyadi highlighted the ministry’s efforts to promote employment and ensure decent work. He noted that the ministry is collaborating with parastatals and agencies to address the issue of unemployment. When asked about unemployment statistics, Dingyadi exercised caution, stating that he would rather not provide figures he is not certain of. However, he assured the committee that the ministry has the necessary data and will provide it in due time.
The Chairman of the Committee, Sen. Diket Plang, acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare and happiness of Nigerian workers. He also commended the Ministry’s efforts to ensure fair compensation for workers, citing the recent implementation of the new national minimum wage as a testament to this commitment.
Dingyadi’s commitment to tackling unemployment is a step in the right direction. With the ministry’s focus on skill development programs and collaboration with relevant agencies, there is hope for improved employment opportunities in Nigeria.
The Ministry’s efforts to address unemployment are also aligned with the government’s overall commitment to promoting employment and decent work. As noted by Sen. Plang, the recent implementation of the new national minimum wage is a significant step towards ensuring fair compensation for workers.
In conclusion, the Minister of Labour and Employment’s commitment to tackling unemployment head-on is a positive development. With the ministry’s efforts and the government’s overall commitment to promoting employment and decent work, Nigeria may be on the path to reducing unemployment and improving the lives of its citizens.
