The Democracy Watch Initiative (DWI) has called on the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to compel its president, Joe Ajaero, to step down over partisanship and a lack of integrity.
The group’s National Coordinator, Muhammed Sanusi, in a statement shared with journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, said NLC leadership should compel Ajero to step down immediately and allow for a thorough and impartial investigation into allegations of corruption and bias.
“We believe that only through the removal of individuals who have lost the trust and confidence of their constituents can the NLC begin to rebuild its credibility and effectively represent the interests of Nigerian workers.
“We call on the NLC to address these serious allegations and take immediate steps to restore the trust and confidence of Nigerian workers in the organization.
“The DWI stands ready to work with the NLC in addressing the root causes of economic hardship and advocating for the rights of all workers, regardless of region or ethnicity.
The Civil Society Coalitions stand in solidarity with Nigerian workers and support their right to fair and just labor practices.
Speaking further, he said DWI cannot sit idly by while the very organization supposedly established to protect the rights of workers is failing in its mandate due to corrupt and biased leadership.
He said, “The President of the NLC has been accused of engaging in corrupt practices that have undermined the credibility of the organization and compromised its ability to advocate for workers’ rights.
“The partisan bias displayed by the President further exacerbates the division within the organization and hinders its ability to effectively represent all Nigerian workers.”
