Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to remain steadfast in the face of a police invitation to its president, Joe Ajaero. Obi suggested that the invitation was unsurprising given the NLC’s critical stance and its role as a counterbalance to government actions.
In a statement on Thursday, Obi encouraged the NLC not to be intimidated by the police’s actions and emphasized the importance of the organization in holding the federal government accountable. He advised the government to handle the matter with care and urged the police to adhere to the rule of law in their dealings with Ajaero.
Obi stressed that the invitation could be seen as an attempt by the government to suppress a potential opposition force, but he urged the NLC to continue exercising its power and influence to preserve democratic order.
