Breaking: Nigerian labour leader dies in Geneva

Author: Victor Ahiuma-YoungPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Nigeria
World / International
Breaking: Nigerian labour leader dies in Geneva

Domingo Michael Adeleke, Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council, died in Geneva on Tuesday after a brief illness while attending the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference. He was part of Nigeria's delegation. The Nigeria Labour Congress confirmed his death and has begun arrangements to repatriate his remains. Adeleke was a committed trade unionist dedicated to decent work and social justice.

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