KATSINA – Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, Governor of Katsina State, has pledged to implement policies, programmes and projects that align with his campaign promises.
Radda made the announcement at the opening ceremony of a 3-Day Labour/Trade Union retreat in Katsina on Thursday, titled “Labour Management Relations: Strengthening the Existing Bond of Relationship for Robust and Meaningful Engagement.”
The Governor emphasised the significance of the retreat, saying, “Labour and government hold the keys to a prosperous and harmonious future for the state.
“This retreat is intended to deliberate and confirm our commitment to nurturing positive labor-government relationships, fostering understanding, and strengthening ties for the collective progress of Katsina State.”
He urged labour leaders to renew their commitment to citizens’ progress, demonstrate exemplary leadership, and think critically about how to best support the government and its people.
“The challenges of today, particularly those of financial inadequacy and security, necessitate a strategic approach, broad collaboration, and dialogue. These can be accomplished through educational retreats like this,” he suggested.
The Governor expressed hope that the retreat would result in recommendations for socioeconomic development and improved worker welfare in the state.
In his remarks, Comrade Tanimu Lawal Saulawa, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Labour Matters, outlined the retreat’s three main goals: exchanging views and ideas of great concern, strengthening labour-government relationships, and increasing dialogue and mediation capacity.
He encouraged participants to pay close attention and apply their knowledge to improve relationships and overcome obstacles for a prosperous society.
Comrade Husaini Hamisu Yanduna, the state Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Union, NLC, earlier praised Governor Radda for his labour-friendly policies and hoped that participants would spread the knowledge gained to those who were unable to attend.