The Nigeria Police Force has summoned Joe Ajaero, the National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), for questioning regarding allegations of terrorism financing, cybercrime, and other related offenses.
The summons, issued by ACP Adamu Muazu on behalf of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Intelligence Response Team, warned that a warrant of arrest would be issued if Ajaero fails to comply.
The letter stated: “This office is investigating a case of Criminal Conspiracy, Terrorism Financing, Treasonable Felony, Subversion, and Cybercrime in which you have been implicated.
“You are therefore required to report to the undersigned for an interview on Tuesday, 20th August 2024, at 10:00 hrs prompt, at Old Abattoir by Guzape Junction, Abuja, through the Team Leader on telephone no 08035179870, in connection with the above investigation.”
According to our correspondent, the NLC has accused the government of targeting the organization, following a recent security raid on its headquarters.
During a press conference in Abuja last Thursday, NLC leaders rejected the police’s explanation for the raid, demanding an apology, the return of seized items, and the release of those detained.
The NLC also condemned the government’s attempts to interfere with its internal affairs, including a proposed reduction in trade union leaders’ tenure, arguing that such actions violate labor laws and international conventions.
It is worth noting that the police claimed the raid on the NLC headquarters was part of efforts to apprehend an international terrorist suspect, a justification the NLC dismissed as a cover-up, citing inconsistencies in the police’s account.
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