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NLC Denies DSS Claim, Says Ajaero Was Not Invited Before Arrest

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has dismissed reports suggesting that its President, Joe Ajaero, was invited by the Department of State Services (DSS) but failed to respond, leading to his arrest. The NLC called these claims false and misleading, emphasizing that Ajaero has a history of respecting invitations from authorities. Ajaero was arrested by the […]

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How Local and International Pressure Forced FG to Release Joe Ajaero

New details have emerged regarding the circumstances that led to the release of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero. His release was reportedly the result of intense pressure from labour unions, civil society organizations (CSOs), and international bodies. Ajaero had been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International […]

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UK’s TUC Criticizes Tinubu’s Govt Over Arrest of NLC President

The United Kingdom branch of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has condemned Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for the recent arrest of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero. Mr. Ajaero had openly criticized the latest fuel price hike under Tinubu’s administration, describing the situation as “traumatic and nightmarish.” On Monday, Mr. Ajaero was apprehended by […]

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JUST IN: NLC President Ajaero Reveals Real Reason Behind DSS Arrest

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has disclosed the details surrounding his recent detention by the Department of State Services (DSS) at Abuja airport. Ajaero, who was detained on Monday morning while en route to a Trade Union Congress (TUC) event in the United Kingdom, was released later that night on […]

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DSS Sets NLC President Joe Ajaero Free on Bail After Detention

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been released on bail following his arrest earlier in the day. Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, confirmed Ajaero’s release through a post on the social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter). Ajaero was arrested on Monday morning by […]

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BREAKING: NLC President Joe Ajaero Arrested at Abuja Airport

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). The arrest took place earlier today at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Ajaero was reportedly preparing to board a flight to the United Kingdom for an official engagement when DSS officers […]