Apparently pleased with the move by journalists to deliberate on way out of insecurity, stakeholders have expressed their readiness to grace the 40th anniversary of Labour Writers Association of Nigeria (LAWAN).
Agreeing to speak in the anniversary, they probably believe that keeping hands in akimbo by everyone while wishing for a change in tackling insecurity across the country could make the promised provision of conducive business environment by President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration a mirage.
Most likely, the speakers, aware that inability by federal government to create jobs and also create conducive environment for business to thrive could trigger more insecurities.
As a result, the Speaker of House of Representatives, Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Kogi State Governor, Mr Yahaya Bello and seasoned labour leaders have agreed to speak in the one day event.
The event which is just four more days to go is having the theme, “Growing Insecurity and Unemployment: The Wayforward,” will hold on October 21, 2021 at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos Nigeria.
Aimed at celebrating the contributions of labour writers to the development of the nation in the last 40 years, the ceremony is expected to also attract labour and political leaders, who have struggled all their life to make the country meaningful for every Nigerian.
A statement issued by the Chairman of the association, Comrade (Mrs). Bimbola Oyesola, said she is confident that the quality of speakers expected at the event would be able to proffer solutions to the myriads of security challenges confronting the nation.
According her, there can’t be a better time for Nigeria than now to have such programme that will address insecurity as it affects job creation, inflation and general economic disruptions that is almost bringing the nation to its kneels.
“Over the years, myself and my colleagues from print, online and electronic media have been vigorously involved in trying to proffer solutions to the various crises rocking all parts of the nation.
“In the last 40 years, LAWAN, as a body, has remained an unwavering pillar of support to the organised labour, the people and government by ensuring the we bridge every communication gap among the three parties.
“I recall that our commitment to ensure the best for workers and Nigerians in general has seen the founders of this association as well as those currently on ground putting their energies forward to achieve this in the face of several crises between organised labour and employers.
“I have no doubt that the array of dignitaries expected, will speak truth to power and create a pathway for the government to find a lasting solution to the intractable security challenges that our dear country has unfortunately found itself.”
Also expected at the event are NLC President, Comrade Ayuba Wabba, TUC President, Comrade Quadri Olaleye, other labour unions, Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Honorable Mudashiru Obasa, some members of the House, among others.
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