NLC President Joe Ajaero Released on Bail After DSS Arrest

In a dramatic turn of events, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) president Joe Ajaero has been released on bail by the Department of State Services (DSS) after his arrest at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday. Ajaero was on his way to attend a global Trade Union Congress meeting in the United Kingdom when he was detained by the DSS.

The NLC had threatened to go on strike and mobilize its affiliate unions for a nationwide showdown with the government if Ajaero was not released by midnight on Tuesday. The congress described his arrest as “unwarranted” and “a clear case of intimidation and harassment.”

Ajaero’s release comes as a relief to many Nigerians who saw his arrest as an attempt to silence the voice of the working class. The NLC has been vocal in its criticism of the government’s policies, particularly regarding the recent fuel price hike and the minimum wage.

The DSS had yet to release an official statement on why Ajaero was arrested, but sources close to the matter said it was related to his activism and criticism of the government. However, many believe that his arrest was a clear case of government overreach and an attempt to stifle dissenting voices.

Ajaero’s release is seen as a victory for the labour movement and a testament to the power of collective action. The NLC has vowed to continue its fight for the rights of Nigerian workers and to hold the government accountable for its actions.

As the country navigates these uncertain times, one thing is clear: the labour movement will not be silenced. Ajaero’s release is a reminder that the voice of the people will always be heard, and that collective action can bring about change.