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NLC President Joe Ajaero Released After Hours in DSS Custody
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has confirmed the release of its President, Joe Ajaero, from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), after being detained for several hours.
According to Benson Upah, NLC’s head of information, Ajaero was freed late Monday night, as reported by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).
Ajaero was taken into custody by DSS officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja while preparing to board a flight to the United Kingdom for a Trade Union Congress event.
His detention sparked concern within the NLC, which issued an ultimatum to the federal government, demanding his release by midnight on Monday.
After several hours in detention, Ajaero was finally released at 11:10 p.m. that night.
The NLC had earlier threatened to take action if their president was not freed within the given timeframe.
The arrest came amid reports that the secret police also raided the Abuja office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), raising concerns about the government’s stance on civil liberties and union rights.
Ajaero’s release has provided temporary relief, but the incident has heightened tensions between the labor movement and the government, as many continue to question the motives behind his detention.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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