The Working People United (WoPU), a grassroots civic movement, has officially inaugurated its Lagos State Chapter, pledging to mobilize workers across the state in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
Speaking at the event held at the Blue Roof, Lagos Television (LTV), the National Coordinator General, Comrade Prince Williams Eniredonana Akporeha, described the inauguration as a historic milestone for the movement in Nigeria’s commercial capital.
“Lagos is not just a state; it is the heartbeat of Nigeria’s economy. Today, we plant the flag of WoPU firmly in this great state,” Akporeha declared.
WoPU’s Mission
WoPU, established as a national grassroots platform, seeks to give working people a stronger voice in governance and public affairs. The movement represents workers across both formal and informal sectors — from artisans and traders to professionals and youth — and is built on three pillars: transparency in leadership, worker-centered policies, and collective civic empowerment.
Akporeha outlined WoPU’s mission in Lagos, which includes: Mobilizing working people across all sectors; Promoting President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and 4+4 Vision; Supporting the election of Lagos State Deputy Governor Comrade Obafemi Hamzat and other progressive candidates; Encouraging civic participation and responsible citizenship; and building grassroots structures across all local government areas.
Backing Tinubu’s Agenda
WoPU formally endorsed President Tinubu’s re-election, citing achievements under his administration since May 29, 2023. These include:Approval of a new national minimum wage and shorter review intervals; Introduction of the Student Loan Scheme to ensure access to education; Support for small businesses and expansion of social investment programmes and bold reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria for sustainable growth.
“We have assessed the President’s performance and are convinced that the Renewed Hope Agenda has brought tangible benefits to Nigerian workers,” Akporeha said.
The WoPU leader charged members to mobilize massive support across wards and polling units, canvass for Tinubu’s 4+4 Vision, and resist intimidation. He reminded workers that Section 40 of the Nigerian Constitution guarantees their freedom of association and political participation.
“No one has the right to tell working people which associations they can join. The working people of Lagos have always been leaders in the struggle for a better Nigeria. Today, we add our voice to the movement for continuity, progress, and the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he concluded.
The inauguration ended with a rallying call for unity and mobilization, as WoPU vowed to build a stronger grassroots presence across Lagos and amplify the voices of Nigerian workers in the nation’s political future.
