Police invite Ajaero over alleged terrorism financing

The Nigeria Police Force has summoned Joe Ajaero, president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), for questioning over allegations of terrorism financing, cybercrime, and other related offences.

The invitation letter, signed by ACP Adamu Muazu on behalf of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Intelligence Response Team, warned that a warrant of arrest would be issued if Ajaero fails to comply.

The letter reads: “This office is investigating a case of Criminal Conspiracy, Terrorism Financing, Treasonable Felony, Subversion, and Cybercrime in which you have been implicated. You are required to report for an interview on Tuesday, August 20, at 10a.m., at Old Abattoir by Guzape Junction, Abuja.”

At the time of filing this report, Ajaero could not be reached for comment. Recall that the NLC accused the government of waging a war against the organisation, following a recent raid on its headquarters by security forces.

During a press conference in Abuja last Thursday, NLC leaders rejected the police explanation for the raid and demanded an apology, the return of seized items, and the release of detained individuals.