President Tinubu mourns Nigerian Labour Congress General Secretary Emma Ugboaja

President Bola Tinubu has offered heartfelt condolences on the passing of Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja, the General Secretary of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). The President extended his sympathies to the NLC, its affiliate unions, and the legal community following Ugboaja's death on Thursday. In a statement released by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu remembered the departed labor leader as a formidable advocate for the workers' movement. He emphasized that Ugboaja's contributions to constructive dialogue with government authorities and employers would be long remembered. Tinubu highlighted Ugboaja's lifelong dedication to advancing the rights, welfare, and dignity of workers. As both a veteran trade unionist and a legal practitioner, Ugboaja brought a unique blend of legal expertise, strategic thinking, and administrative skill to the labor movement, coupled with an unwavering commitment to justice. The President acknowledged the significant responsibilities Ugboaja managed as General Secretary, including coordinating the operations of the labor movement and its affiliates during critical periods. He noted Ugboaja's success in fostering a unified purpose among workers and their representatives. Tinubu specifically recognized the late Comrade's crucial role in negotiations with the government and employers, where his legal background and understanding of industrial relations proved invaluable. The President prayed for comfort for Ugboaja's family and the labor community, urging them to find solace in his meaningful life of service.

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Comrade Ugboaja, who died on Thursday, devoted his professional life to advancing the rights, welfare and dignity of workers.