The Nigeria Labour Congress has directed its members nationwide to embark on a peaceful prayer procession on 29th August.
The NLC General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja, made this known in a letter addressed to all affiliates and state councils on Wednesday in Abuja.
The letter, titled “Mobilisation for Peaceful Procession and Prayer Session in Solidarity,” follows an invitation by the police for NLC President Joe Ajaero to appear for interrogation on charges of alleged “criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime.”
Ugboaja explained that the procession is a response to what the NLC perceives as trumped-up charges against Ajaero.
“We call on all NLC affiliates and state councils to mobilise their members in Abuja and across the states to show solidarity.
“All Central Working Committee members resident in Abuja and other members are expected to assemble at the National Headquarters of the NLC by 8:00 a.m. on 29th August.
“This is to accompany the President to the police for the scheduled
interaction,” he said.
He added that those in the state capitals should gather at their respective state secretariats of the Congress.
Ugboaja urged members to embark on a peaceful procession to their State Police Headquarters, where they will hold a prayer session until the
President’s interaction with the police is concluded.
“This peaceful march is a united stand against the unjust actions aimed at intimidating our leadership and stifling the voice of Nigerian workers.
“We urge all members to remain peaceful and orderly throughout the procession and prayer session. If for any reason the President is detained, all workers nationwide shall proceed on an indefinite strike.
“Your unwavering support and solidarity at this critical time are crucial to defending civil rights and the integrity and rights of the labour movement.
“Together, we shall overcome these challenges and continue to uphold justice, fairness, and democracy in our dear nation,” he said.
