Workplace rights are human rights: FPRW are the core principles we must uphold

In the world of work, fundamental principles and rights are essential to ensuring human dignity, fairness, and equality for all workers. These principles are not just workplace policies; they are basic human rights that every worker should enjoy.

A key aspect of decent work is the elimination of child labour. While some children in Nigeria may engage in light work from the age of 15, it must never involve hazardous conditions. Helping at home is different from child labour—children should not be engaged in exploitative or harmful work.

Similarly, forced labour—work performed against one’s will—is unacceptable. Every worker has the right to fair and safe conditions, including protection from hazards and occupational risks.

Workers also have the right to join unions, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights protected. Non-discrimination is another crucial principle—gender, ethnicity, or any other characteristic should never determine one’s opportunities or treatment in the workplace.

By upholding these principles, we safeguard human rights in the world of work and create a fairer, more inclusive future for all.