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NLC president Ajaero clinches global labour prize

Thursday, April 16, 2026

NLC President Ayuba Ajaero has won the prestigious Arthur Svensson Prize, a global award recognizing exceptional courage in defending workers’ rights. His win spotlights Nigeria’s labour movement and could boost advocacy for better working conditions across the country and the region.

The Arthur Svensson Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious recognitions for trade unionists, honours individuals and organisations that demonstrate exceptional courage and commitment to defending workers’ rights under difficult conditions. The post NLC president Ajaero clinches global labour prize appeared first on Vanguard News.