Fuel supply in Lagos and nearby states is now under serious threat of a complete halt. On Monday, members of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) division within NUPENG commenced a strike. The association said this action comes in response to ongoing harassment faced by drivers from Lagos task force officials, particularly around the Dangote refinery and the Ibeju-Lekki area.
In a memo circulated on Monday morning, NUPENG instructed its members to halt all loading activities and cease any truck movements until further notice.
The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) stopped their operations on Sunday. This move is in response to a protest against the new ₦12,500 electronic call-up fee imposed by Lagos State on trucks running along the Lekki–Epe corridor. NARTO is advocating for a reduction of the charge to ₦2,500 instead.
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has opposed the imposed fee, as stated in a letter dated June 11. IPMAN cautioned that this could lead to an increase in fuel prices across the country. While the association is in favor of the e-call up system, they emphasize that adherence will rely on lowering the levy.
The Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has decided to oppose certain measures. In a notice dated June 13, signed by the National President, Prince Dr. Billy S. Gillis-Harry, PETROAN instructed all zonal and state chairpersons to cease truck programming and loading activities for the Lekki-Epe corridor starting on June 16, 2025.
PETROAN expressed that even though they have been in ongoing dialogues with stakeholders, the Lagos State Government has not accepted the ₦2,500 rate supported by the industry. They characterized the official levy as unreasonable given the present economic climate and encouraged their members to stay unified as conversations proceed.
