The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportesly granted administrative bail to the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, following widespread condemnation of his arrest and detention.
Ajaero was released on Monday night, as announced by pro-democracy activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, on social media.
The NLC also confirmed to newsmen that its leader had regained his freedom.
“BREAKING: The fascist regime of @officialABAT has released the @NLCHeadquarters President Joe Ajaero from @OfficialDSSNG custody on bail,” Sowore wrote on X.com.
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Ajaero’s arrest on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, while en route to the United Kingdom for an official engagement, sparked a wave of denunciations from various organizations, civil society groups, activists, and prominent individuals. The NLC swiftly condemned the arrest, calling for his prompt and unconditional release.
In a statement issued on Monday evening, the NLC’s National Administrative Council, led by Deputy President Adeyanju Adewale, described Ajaero’s detention as “brazen and illegal” and a clear violation of workers’ rights and democratic values. The council issued an ultimatum, demanding Ajaero’s release by midnight on Monday.
“We are relieved that Joe Ajaero has been released on bail, but we remain vigilant and committed to ensuring that his rights and freedoms are fully respected,” said Adeyanju Adewale, Deputy President of the NLC.
“The arbitrary arrest and detention of our president is a clear indication of the growing intolerance and disregard for democratic values in our country.”
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