President Tinubu Mourns NLC General Secretary Ugboaja

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed deep sorrow over the death of Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja, the General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), who passed away on Thursday. In a condolence message delivered by his Presidential Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Ugboaja as a strong advocate for workers' rights and a vital figure in constructive engagement between the government and employers.

He acknowledged Ugboaja's unwavering commitment to advancing the welfare and dignity of Nigerian workers, highlighting his unique blend of legal expertise, strategic insight, and administrative skills. The President characterized Ugboaja's death as a significant loss to the labor community and extended his condolences to the NLC, its affiliate unions, the legal profession, and Ugboaja's family.

He prayed for comfort for those mourning his passing and emphasized that Ugboaja led a life dedicated to meaningful service to the country and the workers' movement.