The president of the Nigeria Labour Congress comrade Joe AJAERO says the allegations against himself and the congress are baseless, as they have nothing to hide.

Contade Ajaero was speaking on Thursday following his appearance at the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) headquarters in Abuja.

Ajaero, who was invited by the police to address allegations of terrorism financing, cybercrime, subversion, criminal conspiracy, and treasonable felony, arrived at the IRT office at 10:17 a.m. and left shortly after 11:15 a.m. He was accompanied by human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), activist Deji Adeyanju, and other senior NLC officials.

Speaking to journalists 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.

Reflecting on the challenges faced by labour leaders, Ajaero said, no one can do the type of job they are doing without the type of hazard he’s facing.

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.

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.