Nigeria’s Minister of transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, has commended recipients of the 2022 Long Service Merit Award of the Nigerian Ports Authority pledging that the Ministry will do more in supporting the NPA staff welfare initiative.
Sambo made the pledge at the 2022 Year Long Service/Merit Award of the Nigerian Ports Authority.
According to Sambo, open commendation of dedicated workers has a vast bearing on organizational growth.
“Congratulations to our awardees on achieving a significant milestone in their career. Indeed, open commendation of dedicated workers on an elaborate occasion such as this has a vast bearing on organizational growth as it boosts employees’ morale and motivates them to do more,” he said.
Sambo, while appreciating the awardees said that their contributions to service are signs that they are passionate and dedicated to the progress of the Ports Authority.
“Dear awardees, your contributions are nothing less than a mark of passion, perseverance and dedication. We are very proud to have such loyal and committed people representing the Nigerian Ports Authority, the Federal Ministry of Transportation and by extension the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“We value your hard work, extensive knowledge and invaluable experience. You are all important members of our team and your abilities and contributions are of paramount importance for our continued success.
“They say that the knowledge that one has is a profit, the more knowledge means more profit. The collective knowledge from all you have acquired over the years makes NPA a highly profitable and enviable organization.
“It is certain that the journey has not always been smooth sailing and that you have encountered challenges along the way. Yet, you persevered and remained because of your passion and love for what you do.
“Your presence this evening is therefore a true testament that with determination, endurance, discipline and the right attitude, you have been able to push through and overcome the hurdles.”
While pledging his support for the staff welfare initiative, Sambo said: “Let me pledge to you all that the Ministry under my watch will continue to provide unflinching support for all initiatives of the Authority’s management geared towards the promotion of staff welfare.
“As someone that loves to identify with human virtues, I was highly elated when I received the invitation from the Management of the Nigerian Ports Authority to be part of this noble effort.
The Minister urged the awardees to do more while hoping that the award serves as an inspiration to others and those who will join the Nigerian Ports Authority in the future.
