The Nigeria Civil Service Union (NCSU) celebrated its 114th anniversary by conferring its prestigious Shield Award on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The award, the union's highest honour, recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service and dedication to advancing Nigerian workers. The event took place at Merit House in Abuja, where the award was received on behalf of the President by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo.
The NCSU Shield Award is a significant recognition of President Tinubu's commitment to the welfare of Nigerian workers. According to Comrade Oluwole Sunday, National President of the Union, President Tinubu's policies have consistently prioritised the interests of the labour force, raising morale within the civil service and demonstrating genuine concern for workers' well-being across the nation. This honour highlights the President's efforts to improve the lives of Nigerian workers.
The Nigeria Civil Service Union, with 84 affiliates, is the oldest trade union in Nigeria, boasting a history spanning over a century. The union predates the creation of Nigeria as a nation and is widely regarded as the union that confronted British colonial authorities in defence of Nigerian workers. The union's leadership, led by Comrade Oluwole Sunday, presented the award to Minister Keyamo, who expressed excitement at the honour from the oldest trade union in Nigeria.
Minister Keyamo, who was also recognised by the union for his continued solidarity with the Nigerian workforce, highlighted President Tinubu's demonstrated commitment to workers' welfare. The Minister received the award on behalf of the President, emphasising the significance of the honour from the NCSU. The award was subsequently displayed in his office with the union's leadership.
The event was attended by prominent figures, including Comrade Lawrence Ameachi, immediate past President of the union and Chairman of the Occasion; Comrade Adoga Gupada, Chairman of the Federal Council, Nigeria Civil Service Union; and Comrade Yildet Bigwan, Assistant General Secretary. Their presence underscored the importance of the occasion and the union's recognition of President Tinubu's efforts.
The NCSU Shield Award is a notable recognition of President Tinubu's dedication to Nigerian workers. The union's leadership praised the President's interventions, which have positively impacted the civil service and demonstrated a genuine concern for workers' well-being. This honour highlights the President's commitment to improving the lives of Nigerian workers.
The award ceremony marked a significant milestone in the union's history, celebrating its 114th anniversary and recognising President Tinubu's contributions to Nigerian workers. The event concluded with the display of the award in Minister Keyamo's office, symbolising the union's appreciation for the President's efforts. The NCSU continues to advocate for the welfare of Nigerian workers, and this honour underscores its commitment to recognising exceptional service.
Key points
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was conferred with the Nigeria Civil Service Union Shield Award for his commitment to Nigerian workers' welfare.
- The Nigeria Civil Service Union is the oldest trade union in Nigeria, with a history spanning over a century.
- The award was received on behalf of the President by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo.
