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KOKO Business · 2 Nov 2026

Edo State Resolves NLC Caretaker Committee Dispute

KOKO Business | People, Ideas, Markets, Growth | Edo State Resolves NLC Caretaker Committee Dispute

A resolution to the dispute involving the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) caretaker committee in Edo State was announced following a closed-door meeting in Abuja, organized by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.

Key stakeholders, including NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero, Minister of Labour and Employment Dr Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, and former Edo State Governor Senator Adams Oshiomhole, were present during the meeting.

Governor Okpebholo confirmed that the parties have resolved the matter, stating the state government will recognize the caretaker committee and collaborate with labor leaders on organizing a substantive election.

Ajaero emphasized that the dispute has been resolved, with labor agreeing to work with the state government on recognizing the caretaker committee and addressing the rights and privileges due to the committee.