THE leadership of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers hereby announce the suspension of the intended withdrawal of the services of Petroleum Tanker Drivers earlier scheduled to commence midnight of Sunday, 10th October 2021 following the understanding reached with the union by the management of NNPC at a meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, today, 10th October 2021 and the expected outcome of the follow up meeting that is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 12, October 2021 in Abuja as contained in the communique issued yesterday.
A statement signed by Comrade William Akporeha, President and Comrade Afolabi Olawale General Secretary said that “The suspension of our planned action is predicated on our belief that the understanding reached with the government as well as at meeting of Tuesday 12th, October 2021 will be fulfilled to the letter.
“We wish to clearly make it known to all well meaning Nigerians that have variously appealed to us on these issues that our plan was not intended to inflict further pains on Nigerians but to ensure observance of minimum safety on our highways for the good of lives and properties.
“We are all aware of the impacts our actions usually have on the people, businesses and the nation at large but we cannot continue to watch as things continue to degenerate in our industry.”
The statement stated that the Union will not hesitate to re- commence the action without any notice if the understanding reached in these two meetings are not fully implemented within the timeframe agreed.
“With this , our Petroleum Tanker Drivers are hereby directed to continue providing services for the efficient and effective distribution of petroleum products to homes and workplaces across the country end.” The letter continues and thus: “Our solidarity remains constant for the Union makes us strong.”
