By Abdul Razack Gbla
With Sierra Leone joining the rest of the world on May 1, 2025 in commemorating International Labour’s Day, prominent politician and APC flagbearer aspirant Ady Macauley delivered a rousing message that placed the struggles of the nation’s workforce at the heart of national discourse.
In a statement released Wednesday morning, Macauley extended solidarity to workers across all sectors, emphasising that Sierra Leone’s progress depends on the strength, resilience, and unity of its working class. “Real progress is built on the strength and unity of the working class,” he declared, adding, “The fight for fair wages, safe conditions, job security, and the right to organize is as vital today as ever.”
The former Anti-Corruption Commissioner did not mince words in criticising the current state of workers’ welfare in the country. Pointing to the national minimum wage of Le800 per month — an amount he described as insufficient to meet even a week’s worth of basic food needs — Macauley urged a shift from what he called “survival wages” to “real living wages.”
“Our workers build this nation daily but can’t afford decent housing, education for their children, or healthcare,” he said. “Workers deserve dignity, not poverty.”
His Labour Day message carried a tone of urgency and advocacy, blending political vision with social concern. Macauley positioned himself as the “voice of the workers” and “the leader for a new Sierra Leone,” signaling a campaign grounded in pro-labour policies and social justice.
“True progress begins when we value those who build, teach, heal, grow, and protect,” he stated. “Sierra Leone cannot rise on broken promises and neglected labour.”
Ady Macauley’s declaration comes amid growing public discourse around labour rights, income inequality, and the need for structural reform in wage policies. Wth his intensification of his bid for the APC flagbearer position, his message on Labour Day may resonate deeply with a population grappling with economic hardship and growing frustration over the cost of living.
In closing, Ady Macauley reiterated his commitment to “leadership that respects hard work, ensures timely salaries, enforces fair compensation, and restores dignity to labour,” calling for a national renewal rooted in justice and accountability.
With Ady Macauley, Sierra Leone will not just survive, it will rise.
