The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticised the Department of State Services (DSS) following the dramatic arrest of African Action Congress (AAC) chieftain and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The labour union described the incident as disturbing and warned that such actions could weaken public trust in Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
In a statement issued on Thursday, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, condemned the manner in which DSS operatives carried out the arrest, saying the agency’s conduct raised serious concerns about professionalism and respect for due process.
According to Ajaero, the scene that played out inside the court premises was unnecessary and unacceptable for an agency expected to operate with discipline and restraint.
“We are appalled by the conduct of the DSS at the Federal High Court, Abuja while taking into custody Mr. Omoyele Sowore. This is a threat to Nigeria’s democracy.
“The rowdy scene, bullish behaviour, the mass
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