May Day: Insecurity, poverty ‘re national emergencies threatening workers — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies threatening jobs and national stability during the 2026 Workers' Day celebration. Governors across various states urged workers to remain committed and foster constructive relationships with their governments. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde emphasized that insecurity and poverty have created a hostile environment for workers, draining productivity and morale.