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Delta NLC shuts secretariat over deputy director’s death

The Nigeria Labour Congress has shut down the Delta State Secretariat to protest the death of a deputy director, Unity Adeda, after an alleged confrontatio Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-nlc-shuts-secretariat-over-deputy-directors-death/

Delta NLC shuts secretariat over deputy director’s death

The Nigeria Labour Congress has shut down the Delta State Secretariat in Asaba. This action was taken in protest over the death of Unity Ekpevbughe Adeda, a deputy director in the Ministry of Secondary Education.

According to the Daily Post Nigeria, Adeda died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, following an altercation. His death caused tension among workers at the secretariat, disrupting activities as staff sought answers about the incident.

The details of the altercation and the exact cause of Adeda's death have not been independently confirmed.

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