TUC Demands Immediate, Unconditional Release Of NLC President

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has demanded for the immediate and unconditional release of the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) who was arrested Monday morning.

According to TUC the arrest represents a clear violation of the rights to freedom of association and expression which is a fundamental pillar in any democratic society.

TUC said in a statement signed by its President, Comrade Festus Osifo that it firmly condemned the arrest and calls for his immediate and unconditional release.

“This arrest sets a dangerous precedence that threatens not only the leadership of the Nigerian labour movement but also the voices of millions of working-class Nigerians who rely on unions to represent and protect their interests.

“It is imperative that the government respects the rule of law, democratic norms, and the legitimate rights of workers and their representatives. The labour movement has always stood for peaceful negotiations.

“We, therefore, urge the Nigerian government to prioritize dialogue and reconciliation over harassment. We stand in solidarity with the NLC and reaffirm our commitment to defending the rights and dignity of Nigerian workers”, the statement said.