Ajaero was invited for questioning on charges related to criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, and cybercrime, among others. The police claim his name was mentioned in ongoing investigations, but the NLC views this as a ploy to intimidate and silence the organisation.
This development follows a recent raid on the NLC national secretariat in Abuja, where security agents arrested security guards and seized documents. The police claimed the operation aimed to uncover evidence againstan international “subversive” figure threatening Nigeria’s democracy. However, the NLC rejected this explanation and demanded the release of its arrested members and seized documents.
The NLC also criticized government attempts to interfere with its internal affairs, including a proposed reduction in the tenure of trade union leaders. The organisation sees these actions as an attempt to undermine its ability to advocate for workers’ rights and hold the government accountable.
The NLC’s resolve to shut down the country if Ajaero is detained or arrested highlights the escalating tensions between the organisation and the government. The situation raises concerns about the state of democracy and human rights in Nigeria, as well as the government’s willingness to listen to dissenting voices. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how far the NLC will go to protect its leader and its rights.
