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2027: Organized Labor Rallies Support for Paddy Iyamu for House of Reps Race

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Organized labor in Edo State, Nigeria, endorsed Dr. Paddy Iyamu for the House of Representatives in the 2027 general election.
  • Labor leaders cited Iyamu's past contributions to education and workers' welfare during his public service.
  • Iyamu, a former SUBEB chairman and Commissioner for Education, pledged to prioritize constituents' interests if elected.

Organized labor in Edo State, Nigeria, has thrown its support behind Dr. Paddy Iyamu's bid to represent the Oredo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives for the 2027 general election. The endorsement highlights Iyamu's perceived track record in improving the education sector and advocating for workers' welfare.

The solidarity visit by labor leaders, including the chairmen of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Edo State, underscored Iyamu's tenure as Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and later as Commissioner for Education. Leaders pointed to scholarship programs benefiting thousands of students and the employment of over 5,000 teachers under his administration.

This endorsement is based on his track record of performance, commitment to service and dedication to the welfare of teachers, workers and the people of Edo State.

— Comrade Lucky ImaruegheruChairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Edo State, explaining the basis for the endorsement.

Reforms aimed at enhancing teacher development through capacity-building programs and facilitating long-awaited promotions for education sector workers were also credited to Iyamu's leadership. "This endorsement is based on his track record of performance, commitment to service and dedication to the welfare of teachers, workers and the people of Edo State," stated Comrade Lucky Imaruegheru, Chairman of the NUT.

Expressing gratitude for the endorsement, Iyamu described it as a vote of confidence. He assured labor unions and constituents that if elected, he would prioritize their interests and ensure effective representation at the National Assembly. "I will ensure that the voices and aspirations of Oredo people are adequately represented at the National Assembly," he pledged.

I am deeply grateful for this overwhelming show of support. Your endorsement strengthens my resolve to continue serving our people with dedication and integrity. I will ensure that the voices and aspirations of Oredo people are adequately represented at the National Assembly.

— Dr. Paddy IyamuResponding to the endorsement by organized labor.
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Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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