ABUJA — The Nigeria Labour Congress has announced the death of its General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja. He was 60 years old.
Ugboaja passed away, leaving behind a legacy of service to Nigerian workers and the labour movement.
As General Secretary, he played a key role in the administration and advocacy work of the NLC, representing workers’ interests in negotiations and policy engagements with government and employers.
Tributes have begun pouring in from labour leaders, civil society groups, and colleagues who described him as a committed trade unionist and administrator.
Further details on burial arrangements are expected to be announced by the NLC and his family.
May his soul rest in peace.