By Victor Ahiuma-Young, ABUJA

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has wielded the big stick, sacking the entire leadership of its Edo State Council over what it branded “unethical behaviour, anti-union activities, and gross violations” of the union’s constitution.

The dramatic purge, which took effect on Monday, August 11, 2025, was confirmed in a letter to the Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment, signed by NLC’s Acting General Secretary, Benson Upah.

“This action became necessary due to unethical behaviour, anti-union activities, and gross violations of the Constitution and rules of Congress by the now dissolved leadership of the State Council,” the letter stated.

In a swift move to restore order, the national leadership installed a five-man caretaker committee to take over the reins until fresh elections are conducted.

The committee members are Lewis Monday Igbafen – ASUU, Ochei Onyebuchi Mike – NUTGTWN, Orein Charles Uwanle – JUSUN, Nwaneli Thankgod – MWUN, and Augustine Ekanem – NUCFRLANMPE.

“The Caretaker Committee has been mandated to run the affairs of the Nigeria Labour Congress in Edo State until elections are held to fill all the statutory positions,” Upah announced.