Labour unions unite, as MWUN CALSSAN, agree to collaborate

By Ezurike Ugochukwu

The Courier Staff Association of Nigeria (CALSSAN) has paid a courtesy visit to the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), pledging to establish a robust working relationship with the marine and blue economy group.

MWUN Head of Media, Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, made the disclosure in a statement on Tuesday.

The MWUN leadership, headed by President-General Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, gave a warm reception to the CALSSAN delegation, comprising Deputy President Emeka Cyril Ekeh, State Vice Chairman Akor Jonah, and State Secretary Inih Ekwere, at their Lagos headquarters.

The visit was intended to congratulate Comrade Bunu on his recent electoral victory as the new President-General of MWUN and to explore opportunities for fostering strong collaboration between the two trade unions. CALSSAN acknowledged the shared interests between their organizations and expressed confidence that Comrade Bunu’s dynamic leadership would benefit both unions.

In his response, Comrade Bunu pledged full cooperation with CALSSAN in all labor sector matters. He emphasized that genuine comradeship is essential for driving progress within the labor movement and achieving positive outcomes.

An experienced maritime professional and capable administrator, Comrade Bunu assured the visiting delegation that MWUN’s doors would always be open to CALSSAN. He stressed the importance of working together for the advancement and welfare of workers in both unions.

Comrade Bunu, the veteran sailor further highlighted the necessity of continuously promoting workers’ welfare, noting that a healthy workforce underpins a healthy organization — a principle applicable worldwide, including Nigeria.

The President-General commended the CALSSAN executives for their solidarity, thanking them for the support they’ve provided to his administration in a remarkably short period