Nigerian labor leader dies in Geneva

Domingo Michael Adeleke, Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), has died in Geneva after a brief illness.

Adeleke was in Switzerland as part of Nigeria’s delegation to the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva.

The deceased reportedly fell ill and was taken for medical attention, but later passed away.

His death was confirmed by an official of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), who described Adeleke as a committed trade unionist dedicated to the welfare of workers.

“It is with deep sorrow that the Nigeria Labour Congress and the entire trade union movement in Nigeria, especially the 2026 Workers’ Delegates to the International Labour Conference, announce the passing of Comrade Domingo Michael Adeleke, who died today in Geneva after a brief illness while attending the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference,” the official said.

A member of the Nigeria Civil Service Union (NCSU), Adeleke served as Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council, where he was involved in labour‑related advocacy and workers’ welfare initiatives.

According to the NLC, he remained committed to the promotion of decent work and social justice throughout his career.