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From Tony John, Port Harcourt
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has hailed the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and all affiliate unions in the state, for choosing dialogue rather than confrontation in resolving trade disputes, saying this mature approach to labour unionism has promoted industrial harmony in Rivers State. In a goodwill message to the workers of Rivers State on May Day 2026, Governor Fubara said the peace enjoyed at work places across the state is a product of the maturity of the leadership of the organised labour and enjoined them to keep the dialogue table open and industrial relations in the state, progressive.
Fubara expressed gratitude to all workers in the Rivers State Civil Service for their contributions towards the development of the state and pledged that his administration will continue to ensure that their welfare and wellbeing remain a priority.
He disclosed that the state secretariat complex rehabilitation is ongoing and when completed, will improve the work environment and promote efficiency and productivity in the civil service.
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In the past 35 months, Fubara said, the civil servants have maintained peace, harmony and stability despite the political storms in the state, assuring them that their dedication and sacrifice will not be in vain.
“Despite political storms, you did not down tools. Our schools did not shut. Our hospitals did not close. That is because you chose service over strife. Rivers State owes you a debt of gratitude.
“On our part, salaries have been paid promptly every consecutive month. Pensions are being cleared. Let me assure you that no senior citizen who served this state will be left behind.
“Today, Rivers State stands still to honour the people who keep it moving. You are the teachers in Khana and Ahoada who show up even when the rain is heavy. You are the nurses at Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), who hold the night shift with grace.”
