Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has declined the police invitation, citing prior commitments. He communicated his decision through a letter from his lawyers, Falana and Falana Chambers.

The police had summoned Ajaero over allegations of criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony, subversion, and cybercrime. However, Ajaero's legal team has stated that the invitation was received too late for him to attend the scheduled meeting on August 20. The letter explained that Ajaero had a prior engagement that could not be rescheduled.

The letter to the Inspector General of Police, signed by Samuel Ogala, noted, "We are instructed to inform you that Ajaero is unable to honor your invitation on Tuesday, August 20, as it was received only yesterday. He has a pre-existing engagement."

Ajaero has proposed a new date to meet with the police: Wednesday, August 29, 2024.

Additionally, the letter requested detailed information about the specific allegations against Ajaero, in accordance with Section 36 of the Constitution of Nigeria.

The letter concluded with a request for a response to the proposed new date and the details of the charges.