TUC Condemns Alleged Invasion Of NLC Headquarters, Demands Probe

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has reacted to the alleged invasion of the Labour House, headquarters of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), in Abuja by security operatives.

In a statement on Thursday by its President, Comrade Festus Osifo, the TUC said the reported confiscation of books from the NLC library, allegedly in search of “End Bad Governance” materials, was a troubling act that raises serious concerns about the violation of fundamental rights, including freedom of speech and expression.

TUC called on the federal government to immediately launch a thorough investigation into the alleged raid on the NLC office.

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He said, “This action represents an overreach by security forces and poses a threat to the democratic principles that allow for peaceful dissent and free expression. We consider this invasion a direct attack on the rights of Nigerian citizens to freely express their views and to access information.

“Those responsible for authorising and executing this operation must be held accountable. We also demand the prompt return of all seized materials to the NLC library and an explanation for this unjustified action.

“Nigerians must be reassured that their rights are protected and that security agencies operate within the confines of the law, respecting the freedoms guaranteed under our Constitution.”