Nigerian Trade Union Leader Domingo Michael Adeleke Passes Away in Geneva
Breaking: Nigerian labour leader is dead as details emerge
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Domingo Michael Adeleke, a prominent Nigerian trade union leader, has died during the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. The Nigeria Labour Congress confirmed his passing, highlighting his commitment to workers' rights and welfare.
- 01Domingo Michael Adeleke served as the Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC).
- 02He died on June 9 while attending the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva.
- 03The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) described him as a passionate advocate for social justice and decent work.
- 04Tributes from the NLC emphasized Adeleke's dedication to the Nigerian labour movement.
- 05The NLC has begun arrangements to return his remains to Nigeria.
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The Nigerian labour community is mourning the death of Domingo Michael Adeleke, a prominent trade union leader, who passed away during the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland. Adeleke, who was the Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), died on June 9 after a brief illness while representing Nigeria at the global labour event. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) confirmed his death, praising Adeleke as a committed advocate for workers' rights and welfare. In a heartfelt tribute, the NLC noted that his career was dedicated to advancing decent work and social justice. His passing has been described as a significant loss to the labour movement, with tributes pouring in from across the community. The NLC's leadership has visited the hospital where his body is being held and is making arrangements to return his remains to Nigeria. Additionally, the NLC and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have expressed their intent to strike against the government over rising insecurity in the country.
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Adeleke's death is expected to have a significant impact on the Nigerian labour movement, as he was a key figure advocating for workers' rights.
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