A prospective New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto, has sent a sincere message to Ghanaian workers thanking them for their dedication.Ahead of the May Day celebration, Dr Akoto in a statement issued on Sunday, April 30, 2023, said “I salute all workers of Ghana for their immense contribution to our nation building.

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"The former Agric Minister also noted that he acknowledges "the potential of our workers to advance the development of our dear nation”.International Labor Day also known as May Day is celebrated every year across the world on May 1.It is mainly celebrated in recognition of the struggles and gains made by workers and the labour movement.

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It is also celebrated to raise awareness about the rights and opportunities every labour should get for their welfare and betterment.Monday, May 1, 2023, which marks May Day has been declared a Statutory Public Holiday in Ghana by the Minister for the Interior, Ambrose Dery.The day will be marked at Bolgatanga, capital of Upper East Region where the President of the Republic of Ghana is expected to address thousands of Ghanaian

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workers.

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