The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been summoned by the Nigerian police for questioning.
There are allegations of terrorism financing and treason hanging on the labour leader.
Police Summon NLC President
The letter dated August 19, 2024, stated: “We are investigating a case of criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime in which you are mentioned.
“We invite you to an interview with the undersigned on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 10 a.m. sharp at the IRT Complex by Old Abattoir near Guzape Junction in Abuja.
“Be informed that in the event of failing to honour this letter, the office will have no alternative than to activate a warrant of arrest against you please”.
The invitation to Ajaero has sparked considerable attention and debate across the nation.
The police had on July 7, conducted a night raid on the NLC national secretariat in Abuja, a move that triggered media war between the organised labour and the police.
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, explained the basis of their action in a statement.
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According to him, the police traced a prime criminal suspect in an ongoing investigation to a shop within the building in the Central Business District of Abuja.
Police Clarification
However, Egbetokun said the operation had no connection with the NLC, its secretariat, staff, or leadership.
He stated that the NLC Secretariat was not the focus of the operation.
But a rented shop within the building used by the suspect, as a front for his criminal activities in Nigeria.
“The Nigeria Police Force seeks the cooperation and support of the NLC leadership as we continue this investigation, which is vital to safeguarding our nation.”
The allegations come at a time of heightened scrutiny and tension, and the outcome of the investigation could have significant implications for both the labor movement and broader political landscape.
The police will provide more information as the investigation progresses.
Meanwhile, Ajaero and the NLC have yet to issue a formal response to the allegations.
