The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, says it has suspended the intended withdrawal of the services of Petroleum Tanker Drivers earlier scheduled to commence midnight of Sunday, 10th October 2021.
The decision came following the understanding reached with the Union by the management of NNPC at a meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Sunday, 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 today.
In a statement jointly signed by NUPENG President, Comrade William Akporeha and General Secretary
Comrade Afolabi Olawale says the suspension of the planned action is predicated on their belief that the understanding reached with the government on Sunday 10th October, as well as at meeting of Tuesday 12th, October 2021 will be fulfilled to the letters.
It further said that the 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.
According to the leadership of the Union, they are aware of the impacts their actions usually have on the people, businesses and the nation at large but they cannot continue to watch as things continue to degenerate in the industry.
They warned 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.
The leadership of NUPENG therefore directs their Petroleum Tanker Drivers to continue providing services for the efficient and effective distribution of Petroleum products to homes and workplaces across the country.
