{
  "id": 4178429,
  "title": "NSITF MD Mourns NLC Scribe, Ugboaja",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/nsitf-md-mourns-nlc-scribe-ugboaja",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-29T11:41:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/29/nsitf-md-mourns-nlc-scribe-ugboaja/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abuja - The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has mourned the passing of Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja, the General Secretary of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Faleye expressed his deep sorrow over Ugboaja's demise, highlighting his unwavering dedication to the rights and dignity of labor. In a condolence message, Faleye described Ugboaja as a committed labor leader, an advocate for Nigerian workers, and a patriot who served with distinction and passion. He praised Ugboaja's ability to bridge divides, provide rational guidance, and work as a dependable ally in safeguarding workers' welfare and social justice. The NSITF MD emphasized that Ugboaja's enduring legacy of advocacy and integrity will continue to inspire. In a statement released on behalf of NSITF's board, management, and staff, they conveyed their deepest condolences to NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, and his team, as well as his family and the broader labor movement. Faleye prayed for Ugboaja's soul to find eternal rest and for the family to find the strength to bear this profound loss.",
  "summary": "Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye, has expressed profound sadness over the death of the General Secretary of",
  "key_points": [
    "NSITF MD Oluwaseun Faleye mourns Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja's passing.",
    "Ugboaja was General Secretary of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC).",
    "Faleye praised Ugboaja's dedication to labor rights and integrity."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}