In a surprising turn of events, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The incident occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday morning.
Ajaero was reportedly preparing to board a flight to the United Kingdom for an official engagement when DSS agents intervened and took him into custody. According to initial reports from Vanguard, the labor leader was set to attend the Trade Union Congress (TUC) conference, which is scheduled to begin today in the UK.
Although details surrounding Ajaero’s arrest remain sketchy, sources close to the investigation revealed that he has been handed over to the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) for further questioning. The exact reasons behind his detention are yet to be disclosed by officials.
The arrest of the NLC president is likely to stir significant reactions, given his influential role in the labor movement and the delicate state of affairs within Nigeria's workforce. Ajaero has been vocal in advocating for workers' rights and has been involved in several high-profile negotiations with the Nigerian government.
As of now, there has been no official statement from either the DSS or the NIA regarding the circumstances leading to his arrest. However, further developments are expected in the coming hours.
