Fuel crisis looms as NUPENG battles LASG over towed tankers

The National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has commenced discussions with the Lagos State Government to resolve issues surrounding the towing of petroleum tankers

The union stated that the negotiations aim to prevent disruptions in fuel distribution, which could lead to widespread scarcity.

Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos, NUPENG’s General Secretary, Mr Olawale Afolabi, explained that the union had suspended its services following recent incidents involving the arrest and harassment of tanker drivers by Lagos State security personnel.

Afolabi assured that ongoing talks with state authorities would facilitate the release of the impounded trucks, in line with the government’s assurances.

NAN reports that on Feb. 22, the Lagos State Task Force impounded several tankers and arrested members of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) Association, a branch of NUPENG, for allegedly parking illegally near the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki.

Afolabi confirmed that negotiations between NUPENG and the Lagos State Government were progressing, with both sides optimistic about reaching a resolution that would allow depot operations to resume.

However, he noted that the outcome of the discussions remains uncertain, and stakeholders are keenly awaiting further updates.

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