Ajaero Responds To Police Summons, Rejects Terrorism Claims

Ajaero Responds To Police Summons, Rejects Terrorism Claims

On Thursday, Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), visited the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja to respond to an invitation regarding allegations of terrorism financing, cybercrime, subversion, criminal conspiracy, and treasonable felony. Arriving at 10:17 am and departing shortly after 11:15 am, Ajaero was accompanied by NLC lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and a group of union members and supporters…….CONTINUE READING 

After his statement was recorded, Ajaero criticized the allegations as baseless and declared that the NLC would not be deterred by external pressures. He emphasized the union’s commitment to defending workers’ rights and continued advocacy for the implementation of the minimum wage.

Ajaero framed his visit as an effort to ensure transparency and address what he called “unfounded” accusations. He characterized the terrorism financing claim as a tactic to undermine the labour movement, asserting, “Our resolve is stronger than ever. We will continue to champion the cause of workers across the nation, no matter the obstacles.”

In solidarity, NLC members across various states organized peaceful processions to police headquarters. In Abia State, led by NLC Secretary Emma Alozie, members held a prayer session at the police command headquarters in Umuahia. Alozie expressed gratitude for Ajaero’s release and extended prayers for Nigerian workers, acknowledging their struggles.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Chris Okoro commended the Abia NLC members for their peaceful approach, while Hope Ekwuruibe, state chairman of the Non-Academic Staff Union, thanked the Abia State Police Command for accommodating the union’s activities.