NLC to conduct medical check on Ajaero after DSS arrest

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has disclosed its plan to conduct a comprehensive medical check on its President, Joe Ajaero, following his ordeal at the hands of the operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS).

The NLC said the check was necessary in order to ensure his health had not been compromised as a result of the illegal and unjust treatment meted out on him by security operatives.

Making this known in statement, the NLC Deputy President, Prince Adewale Adeyanju, said: “While we celebrate his release, NLC remains vigilant. We will conduct a comprehensive medical check on Comrade Ajaero to ensure his health has not been compromised as a result of the illegal and unjust treatment meted out on him. The well-being of our President is paramount, and we will not rest until we are assured that his health is intact.

“The arrest and detention of Ajaero at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, while he was en-route to represent Nigerian workers at the Trade Union Congress, TUC, of Britain, is a stark reminder of the length to which the Nigerian state will go to silence the voice of labour and crush dissent.

“NLC unequivocally condemns this reckless abuse of power and reaffirms our commitment to standing firm against all forms of oppression, intimidation and lawlessness.”

The labour union also called for the release all detained #EndBadGovernance protesters.

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“We once again, demand the release of all citizens languishing in jails across the country for their participation in the #EndBadGovernance protest around the country; stoppage of the massive clampdown on popular voices that espouse dissenting opinions; cessation of the muzzling of fundamental freedoms currently going on in the country; reversal of the hikes in the price of petrol (PMS) and electricity tariffs and, the immediate implementation of the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act.

“The NLC will not waver in its duty to defend the rights of workers, and we remain prepared to take all necessary actions to protect these rights and restore justice.

“The National Executive Council, NEC, of the NLC which was proposed for today (yesterday) has, therefore, been suspended to assess the situation and determine the next steps in our collective struggle.

“We call on all Nigerians, our affiliates, and the international community to remain steadfast and vigilant as we continue this struggle.

“NLC is committed to ensuring that justice prevails and that the rights of workers and citizens are respected. Together, we will overcome these challenges and secure a better future for all.”

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