On Tuesday, August 19th, the Courier Staff Association of Nigeria (CALSSAN), an affiliate of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), paid a courtesy visit to the leadership of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) at the Union Secretariat in Olodi-Apapa, Lagos.
The CALSSAN delegation, led by Comrade Emeka Cyril Ekeh (Deputy President), Comrade Akor Jonah (State Vice Chairman), and Comrade Inih Ekwere (State Secretary), was warmly received by MWUN’s newly elected President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, alongside his national executive team.
The visit was aimed at congratulating Comrade Bunu on his electoral victory and exploring avenues for strategic collaboration between both unions. CALSSAN emphasized the shared interests and mutual goals of the two bodies, expressing confidence in Comrade Bunu’s dynamic leadership to foster stronger ties and drive progress within the labour sector.
In his response, Comrade Bunu assured CALSSAN of MWUN’s full cooperation, highlighting the importance of solidarity and unity in achieving meaningful results for Nigerian workers. He reiterated MWUN’s commitment to promoting workers’ welfare, stating that a healthy workforce is the foundation of a thriving organization.
The President-General also affirmed that MWUN’s doors remain open for continued engagement and partnership, emphasizing that mutual support among labour unions is essential for sustainable development and improved working conditions.
Comrade Bunu concluded by thanking the CALSSAN executives for their show of solidarity and pledged to work closely with them in advancing the interests of workers across both sectors.