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Groups Demand NLC President Ajaero’s Removal Over Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Controversy

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September 12, 2025

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A civil society group, Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW), has demanded the removal Joe Ajero as Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero, accusing him of misusing his office and engaging in partisan politics. The group’s call comes amid misguided press statement released by the NLC President Joe Ajero regarding the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

In a statement released Friday, NIW’s national convener, Dr. John Samuel Nangi, alleged that Ajaero’s direct intervention on behalf of the suspended senator has compromised the NLC’s credibility and impartiality. According to the statement, the NLC has “meddled in the legislature’s internal affairs” by publicly criticizing the Senate for not readmitting the senator after her six-month suspension.

NIW argued that Ajaero, as a “comrade,” should respect the legal and parliamentary processes. The group pointed out that since the case is before a court of law, it should be handled by the judiciary, not through public pressure. Furthermore, NIW stressed that since the senator was suspended during a plenary session, her reinstatement can only be decided during another plenary session, in accordance with Senate rules.

The civil society organization expressed dismay that Ajaero, who has not publicly urged the suspended senator to comply with a court order, is now asking the Senate to disregard its own rules. “It’s unfortunate that the NLC is now encouraging disobedience to court pronouncements,” the statement read.

Earlier this week,Ajero had denounced the Senate’s position as “a descent into legislative dictatorship and democratic anarchy,” arguing that the suspension had expired. NIW labeled this stance as inappropriate and accused the union of overstepping its bounds.
NIW also stated that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan has allegedly failed to comply with a Federal High Court ruling that reportedly requires her to issue a public apology and pay a ₦5 million fine. The group further accused her of misrepresenting both the court ruling and Senate rules to the public.

Calling for Ajaero’s immediate removal, NIW stated that he has “lowered the bar of leadership” and turned the NLC into a “one-man organization.” The group urged all arms of the NLC to “rise up to this challenge and purge itself of this bad leader.”
The statement concluded by noting that it was the senator, not the Senate, who sought an appeal, and that the legislature should be allowed to resolve the matter in plenary. NIW warned that the Ajero continued public involvement could escalate political tensions and damage its reputation for independence.

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EASTER: NKWONTA ENJOINS CONSTITUENTS AND NIGERIANS TO IMBIBE CHRIST-LIKE VIRTUES

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April 4, 2026

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The Member, representing Ukwa East/West Federal Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC), Hon. Chris Nkwonta, has enjoined his Constituents and Nigerians, to imbibe the virtues of sacrifice, forgiveness, hope, patience, humility and love for humanity as exemplified by Our Lord Jesus Christ, which is the real essence of Easter Celebration.

In a statement personally signed by the Legislator, he called on his Constituents and the Christian Community in Nigeria to demonstrate Christ-like virtues of love for humanity, hope for a better future, peaceful and harmonious disposition in their dealings with one another for a United Ukwa Federal Constituency and indeed Nigeria, where brotherly love reigns amongst Citizens.

He maintained that despite the prevailing temporary economic difficulties; there is light at the end of the tunnel and strong hope for a better, improved and secured economy within a short period of time.

Hon. Nkwonta, wished everyone a hitch free and joyous Easter Celebration.

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Rep. Nkwonta Facilitates With Constituents, Nigerians On Easter

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April 3, 2026

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Enjons Them To Imbibe Christ -Like Virtues

Hon. Nkwonta, wished everyone a hitch free and joyous Easter Celebration!

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Police, Lawyer Trade Tackles Over Killing Of Peace Moses By Hit-And-Run Convoy

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March 30, 2026

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The Rivers State Police Command has declared that the tragic death of a 26-year-old lady, Peace Moses, an indigene of Akwa Ibom State, was not reported in any of its divisions or units across the state.

Peace was knocked down last Monday evening by a convoy of about 15 fast-moving vehicles around Omega Junction along Ada-George Road in Port Harcourt.

She was returning from an evening service at her church, Love Channel Christian Centre, also located along Ada-George Road, when the tragic incident occurred.

Last Thursday, a candlelight procession was organised in her honour by her friends and neighbours.

Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt yesterday, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), wondered why neighbours could not report the incident to the Police.

Iringe-Koko stated that even the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the Rumuepirikom Police Division was unaware of the tragic incident.

“Probably they didn’t report any such incident to the Police Station because the DPO in charge of that area is asking me where and when the incident occurred.

See, if they don’t report cases to the Police, how would the Police know? We are not magicians. I just spoke with the DPO, and she said she is not aware of anything like that.

“Somebody needs to report or anyhow, information needs to get through so that we too will get it,” she said.

But reacting to the claim by the Police, a human rights lawyer, Courage Nsirimovu, said that, with or without a report on the tragic incident, the Police are duty-bound to investigate the matter.

Nsirimovu said: “The duty of the Nigerian police is to secure lives and properties, and where a life has been lost in such grievous circumstances, the police have a duty to investigate the matter on the basis of their mandate and the public need to prevent such a menace to human life.

“The Police have a duty to investigate the matter, with or without a petition.”