TUC demands immediate release of Ajaero

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has urged security agency holding the President of Nigeria Labour Congress (TUC), Joe Ajaero to release him immediately.

The TUC President, Festus Osifo, who made the demand via a statement issued in Abuja yesterday, said the labour body received Ajaero’s arrest with grave concern.

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His words: “This unjust action represents a clear violation of the rights to freedom of association and expression, fundamental pillars in any democratic society.

“Congress, firmly condemns the arrest and calls for his immediate and unconditional release. This arrest sets a dangerous precedence that threatens not only the leadership of the Nigerian labour movement but also the voices of millions of working-class Nigerians who rely on unions to represent and protect their interests.”

He stressed the need for the government to respect the rule of law, democratic norms, and the legitimate rights of workers and their representatives.

He insisted that the labour movement has always stood for peaceful negotiations, adding, “We, therefore, urge the Nigerian government to prioritize dialogue and reconciliation over harassment. We stand in solidarity with the NLC and reaffirm our commitment to defending the rights and dignity of Nigerian workers.”