NLC Slams DSS Over Alleged Maltreatment of Sowore

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticized the Department of State Security Services (DSS) for reportedly mistreating activist Omoleye Sowore during his detention. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the DSS's methods and underscores broader issues of human rights and government oversight in Nigeria. Sowore, a vocal critic of the government, has drawn attention to these allegations, which could impact public trust in both the security services and the government's commitment to democratic principles. The backlash from the NLC signals a potential shift in how civil society monitors state actions.