NLC To Mobilise Ahead of Ajaero’s Police Visit

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has begun mobilising its members to show solidarity with its President, Joe Ajaero, ahead of his police visit.

This was contained in a letter issued to all affiliates and state councils by the NLC General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja, on Wednesday in Abuja.

Recall that the Nigeria Police Force had summoned the NLC President for questioning at its headquarters on alleged charges of “criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime.”

In the Union’s letter titled, “Mobilisation for Peaceful Procession and Prayer Session in Solidarity,” it labelled the accusations as “trumped-up.”

“We call on all NLC affiliates and state councils to mobilise their members in Abuja and across the states to show solidarity.

“All Central Working Committee members resident in Abuja and other members are expected to assemble at the National Headquarters of the NLC by 8:00 a.m. on 29th August.

“This is to accompany the President to the police for the scheduled
interaction,” Ugboaja said.

He was quick to point out that the march is a “peaceful” one in support of their Leader.

“This peaceful march is a united stand against the unjust actions aimed at intimidating our leadership and stifling the voice of Nigerian workers.

“We urge all members to remain peaceful and orderly throughout the procession and prayer session. If for any reason the President is detained, all workers nationwide shall proceed on an indefinite strike.

“Your unwavering support and solidarity at this critical time are crucial to defending civil rights and the integrity and rights of the labour movement.

“Together, we shall overcome these challenges and continue to uphold justice, fairness, and democracy in our dear nation,” he ended.