The Central Organization of Trade Union ( COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli was on Monday elected for a record fourth time as a member of the International Labour Organization ( ILO) governing body in Geneva, Switzerland.
Atwoli was among the candidates who received the highest number of votes globally.
He will serve for a four years period.
At the same time, Dr. Atwoli has now left a mark as the first member of the ILO Governing Body to be re-elected for a record four times consecutively to the Governing Body,” read the statement signed by COTU Deputy Secretary General Benson Okwaro.
“This is a strong attestation of the confidence that trade union leaders, in the entire continent of Africa as well as globally, continue to have in Dr. Atwoli’s leadership.”
“As COTU (K) we take great pride in associating with Dr. Atwoli and for his leadership, mentorship and guidance. Indeed, the person of Atwoli commands a lot of reverence and admiration internationally considering his firm leadership and commitment to the plight of the workers globally.”Okwaro further added.
The ILO is a United Nations agency's that promotes social justices and internationally recognizes human and labour rights.
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