Mr Ngige says the government will look at the four-pillar plan of policy responses to the COVID-19 pandemic laid out by ILO.
The federal government says it will work to ensure that there are no job losses arising from the extreme effects of the Coronavirus pandemic on the economy.
The minister said the federal government would be guided by labour standards as benchmarks for social and employment protection at this time of vulnerabilities. “Over the years, May 1 has been a unique day in the world of work. It is a day dedicated to workers as partners in socio – economic development of nations,” he said.
“As you work from home, I urge you to do your best in that regard and to endeavour to demarcate your personal life from work,” he said. “In this regard, the government and social partners will have a look at the four-pillar plan of policy responses to COVID-19 crisis laid out by ILO.
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