MWUN Lauds SIFAX Group Over Improved Welfare Packages For Dockworkers In 2020

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has lauded efforts of port concessionaire, Ports and Cargo Handling Services (PCHS), a subsidiary of SIFAX Group for its exemplary performance in ensuring  better welfare packages and other incentives for dockworkers were satisfactory in 2020.

 

According to a letter of appreciation, sighted by our correspondent on Wednesday, the union commended efforts of the Chief Executive Officers of SIFAX Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi , even as it reiterated the huge  improvements of the concessionaire on workers welfare .

 

The letter signed by the President General of the union, Comrade Adewale Adeyanju stated that the high moral standard and pursuit of happiness of workers by the concessionaire last year is worthy of emulation by others.

 

Adeyanju adjudged the concessionaire as the best terminal operator of the year 2020, pointing out that through feedback mechanism by the dockworkers in all the terminals nationwide on welfare packages, Ports and Cargo Handling Services deserved an award.

 

 

He also assured the SIFAX boss of the union’s commitment to support the concessionaire in ensuring that port operations and the maritime industry attain its place of excellence in the Africa continent.

 

The union boss also commended other terminal operators for the support and welfare packages of workers but urged the concessionaires to prioritize incentives of dockworkers, as part of efforts to create a conducive and competitive environment for ports and terminal operations in Nigeria.

 

 

 

The statement reads : “On behalf of myself and the entire membership of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, I wIsh to appreciate you and your Managements for the improvements you have brought to bear in the maritime sub sector or the nation s economy.

 

 

“I, have particularly  taken note of the prevailing peace and tranquility In your terminal which is due to your adherence to national and International standards, provision of good staff condition of service cum convivial work environment to our members.

 

“I sincerely appreciate your provision of high working standards which has made your terminal a safe place to work.

 

“Indeed, your management style is worthy of emulation by other terminal operators in the industry. We appreciate your high moral Standard and your pursuit of justice and equality in all human endeavours.

 

 

 

“We the members of the union in consideration of the foregoing adjudged you as the BEST TERMINAL OPERATOR of year 2020.

 

” We wish to reiterate our commitment

to giving support and ensuring that maritime albeit maritime operations in Nigeria attain its place of excellence in africa.

 

 

 

“Once again accept Our appreciation and indeed, commendation. We would not have wished for a better management especially in these perilous times. May the Almighty Allah continue to keep you in good health and prosper every facet of your being and operations.

 

“I wish you nothing but good cheer and great vibes this new year -2021. Sir, please remember to protect your health and stay safe through this period.

 

“Please accept as usual the assurances of our utmost regard, support and continued cooperation and collaboration.

 

By Roland Ekama