ABA, NIGERIA — May 1, 2025 — In commemoration of this year’s International Labour Day, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Favoured Aust-Craft Construction Company Nig. Ltd and De Aust Lounge, Aba, Chief Austin Nzeako (Onowu), has paid glowing tribute to Nigerian workers, describing them as the “true nation builders” whose daily sacrifices fuel the country’s growth and prosperity.
In a heartfelt message issued from Aba on Thursday, the CEO praised the resilience, discipline, and dedication of workers across various sectors, highlighting the vital role they play in community development, business expansion, and national advancement.
“Labour Day is not just a date on the calendar. It is a solemn reminder that behind every completed building, every thriving business, and every community milestone, there are men and women who rise each day with dignity and commitment,” the statement read.
The CEO emphasized the significance of the Nigerian workforce, from construction labourers to hospitality professionals, noting that the success of both Favoured Aust-Craft and De Aust Lounge is deeply rooted in the loyalty and hard work of their teams.
“At Favoured Aust-Craft, we understand what it means to start from humble beginnings, to sketch dreams on paper and bring them to life through the hands of committed workers.
“At De Aust Lounge, we celebrate the effort behind every smile, every clean environment, and every satisfied customer,” he said.
Amid growing calls for improved labour standards across the country, the CEO also lent his voice to the ongoing advocacy for better welfare for workers, including fair wages, safe working conditions, and policies that uphold workers’ rights and dignity.
“A motivated and empowered worker is the greatest asset any company or nation can possess,” he noted, adding that workers, whether in the private or public sector, skilled or unskilled, remain the “engine room of the country.”
He concluded with a message of encouragement and hope:
“May your efforts never go unnoticed. May your value never be undermined. And may the fruits of your labour bring peace, prosperity, and purpose to your lives. Let us continue to build, serve, and uplift our nation, one brick, one service, one step at a time.”
The CEO’s message has since been widely circulated among industry stakeholders and residents in Aba, further cementing his reputation as a passionate advocate for labour dignity and inclusive economic growth.
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