President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has declared that the union will not be intimidated by external pressures, following his appearance at the Intelligence Response Team, (IRT), headquarters in Abuja, yesterday.
Ajaero, who was invited by the Police to address allegations of terrorism financing, cyber-crime, subversion, criminal conspiracy, and treasonable felony, arrived at the IRT office at 10:17 am. and left shortly after 11:15 am. He was accompanied by prominent human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), activist Deji Adeyanju, and other senior NLC officials.
Speaking to newsmen at the Labour House after leaving the Police headquarters, Ajaero asserted that the NLC remains committed to defending the rights of Nigerian workers, and will not be cowed by any form of intimidation. “We can’t be intimidated. The allegations against us are baseless, and we have nothing to hide”, he stated emphatically.
Ajaero further explained that his appearance before the Police was in the interest of transparency and to clear the air on the unfounded accusations levelled against him and the NLC. He noted that the union would continue to fight for the welfare of workers and stand firm in the face of challenges.
Despite the seriousness of the allegations, Ajaero maintained a confident stance, dismissing the claims as an attempt to weaken the labour movement. “Our resolve is stronger than ever. We will continue to champion the cause of workers across the nation, no matter the obstacles”, he added.
The NLC president’s appearance at the IRT headquarters followed his initial invitation by the Police on August 20, which he was unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances.
He, however, assured that the union remains united and focused on its mission, undeterred by attempts to undermine its efforts.
