Sunday, February 9, 2025

Labour Leader, Ajaero Released, Sparks Outrage

The Department of State Services (DSS) has released Nigeria Labour Congress President Joe Ajaero on administrative bail, mere minutes before a midnight ultimatum issued by organized labour.

Ajaero’s arrest at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, yesterday morning sparked widespread condemnation from political parties, civil society groups, and labour unions.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and Social Democratic Party (SDP) criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for Ajaero’s arrest and the raid on the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project’s (SERAP) Abuja office.

The PDP described the arrest as a “full-blown dictatorship,” while the NNPP demanded an explanation for Ajaero’s detention. The SDP warned against “Gestapo-like” operations, stating that such actions would not benefit the country.
Labour unions and civil society groups also denounced Ajaero’s arrest, with the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) demanding his unconditional release.

READ MORE: Kano State Govt. Postpones School Resumption Date, Cites Urgent Reasons

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) condemned the arrest as a violation of Ajaero’s rights and called for his immediate release. Amnesty International Nigeria described the arrest as “unlawful” and “a troubling new standard for impunity.”

The DSS raid on SERAP’s office and Ajaero’s arrest have raised concerns about the government’s respect for human rights and democratic principles.

As the situation unfolds, Nigerians await further developments and responses from the government and civil society.

Hot this week

Trump Signs Order Barring Transgender Athletes from Women’s Sports

In a controversial move, U.S. President Donald Trump has...

LAMATA Begins Stakeholder Talks on 57km Purple Line to Ogun and Lagos, Reduce Traffic Congestion

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has begun...

NDPC’s 127% Job Growth Signals Nigeria’s Digital Economy Potential …employed 23,000 in 2024

Nigeria’s data protection sector is proving to be a...

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding Father, Dies at 95

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding Father, Dies at 95 Namibia is...

Electricity Bills to Soar as FG Plans to Cut Subsidies, Consumers Kick

Nigerians are set to face a steep rise in...

Proposed 31 New States Could Add Strain to Nigeria’s Fragile Economy – Mike Ozekhome

The Nigerian House of Representatives' proposal to create 31...

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding Father, Dies at 95

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding Father, Dies at 95 Namibia is...

Tinubu’s Authority Challenged as GAC Backs Obasa’s Removal in Lagos

President Bola Tinubu’s long-standing dominance over Lagos politics is...

Trump Freezes Aid to South Africa Over Land Seizure Law

In a dramatic policy shift, President Donald Trump has...

Energy Independence: How Dangote Group Generates 1,540 MW for Its Operations

The Dangote Group, led by billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote,...

Aging Infrastructure Drives NPA’s 15% Hike in Port Charges

Nigeria’s maritime industry is set for a shift as...

We Will Not Be Bullied’: Ramaphosa Responds to U.S. Criticism on Land Reform

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed that his...

Related Articles

Popular Categories