The chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, University of Ilorin branch, Alex Akanmu, on Wednesday, urged Nigerians to remain confident despite the challenges facing them, while calling on the government to prioritize the nation’s economic growth.

Akanmu made the call in his message on the commemoration of the 2024 Workers Day.

The Chairman although admitted that the challenges Nigerians are facing is enormous and disturbing, He then called on the government to take necessary actions in order to boost the nation’s declining economy.

He further applauded the courage and patriotism of the Nigerian workers, stating that regardless of greedy politicians and unpaid salaries, that Nigerians can only overcome if we are united.