The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has once again voiced its strong disapproval of the actions of Joe Ajaero, the Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), condemning his continuous exploitation of the NLC for personal and political purposes. The NDYC emphasized that Mr. Ajaero’s actions represent a stark deviation from the NLC’s core mission, which is to advocate for the rights and welfare of Nigerian workers.
The NDYC criticized Mr. Ajaero’s recent behavior, particularly his attempts to cast himself as a victim of the government’s economic policies, including the fuel price hike. While the NDYC acknowledged that the fuel price increase has placed a significant burden on Nigerians, they argued that the move was necessary in light of the current economic challenges the country faces. According to the NDYC, Mr. Ajaero’s actions are a calculated attempt to manipulate public sentiment for his political gain, rather than a genuine effort to protect workers’ interests.
The NDYC also expressed concern over Mr. Ajaero’s persistent efforts to intertwine his personal political affiliations with the activities of the NLC. They cited his involvement in the Imo State gubernatorial elections as a clear example of how he has misused his position to further his political ambitions. The NDYC stressed that the NLC should remain an impartial body focused solely on labor issues, warning that Mr. Ajaero’s actions risk damaging the credibility of the Congress.
Furthermore, the NDYC condemned Mr. Ajaero’s alleged attempts to drag the NLC into his personal legal issues, including accusations of conspiring with a foreign national to destabilize the Nigerian government. The NDYC underscored that these legal matters are solely the responsibility of Mr. Ajaero and should not be allowed to tarnish the reputation of the NLC. They called on Mr. Ajaero to address these allegations as an individual and to refrain from using the NLC as a shield to avoid accountability.
In its statement, the NDYC urged the leadership of the NLC and all labor leaders across Nigeria to take decisive action to protect the integrity of the Congress. They reminded Mr. Ajaero that the NLC is a platform dedicated to the welfare of Nigerian workers and should not be exploited for personal gain. The NDYC also called on Mr. Ajaero to cease his misuse of the NLC for political purposes, asserting that Nigerians are increasingly aware of his tactics and will no longer tolerate the politicization of the labor movement.
In conclusion, the NDYC reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the NLC remains true to its mission of advocating for workers’ rights, free from the influence of personal and political agendas. The NDYC emphasized the importance of preserving the integrity of the NLC and urged all stakeholders to join in their efforts to protect the interests of Nigerian workers.