Lagos, Nigeria – The Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) arm of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has commenced an indefinite strike in protest against the alleged persistent harassment of its members by police officers in Lagos State. The industrial action, which took effect on Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, has led to a complete halt in truck loading operations and the movement of petroleum products.
The strike has already begun to disrupt the supply of diesel to essential infrastructure, including telecom base stations in Lagos and Ogun States. Telecom operators have expressed grave concern over the situation, warning that many sites are critically low on diesel and at risk of shutting down, potentially leading to widespread service outages.
In light of these developments, the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has called on the Governors of Lagos and Ogun States to urgently intervene. The association urges the authorities to facilitate access to diesel supplies from depots to prevent disruptions to telecommunications services, which are vital to both personal and business communications.
“This situation demands immediate resolution to ensure the continuous operation of our telecom sites,” said Mr. Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere, President of ATCON. “We appeal to the relevant authorities to take swift action to address the concerns of tanker drivers while ensuring the smooth distribution of diesel to critical infrastructure.”
As negotiations continue, stakeholders across the petroleum and telecommunications sectors are closely monitoring the situation, hoping for a prompt resolution to avert further disruptions.
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