Fuel distribution in parts of Nigeria is set to normalise after the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Western Zone, announced the suspension of its strike.
The association said the decision, effective 9 September, followed successful negotiations with Dangote Group and the oil workers’ union NUPENG over disputes involving alleged anti-labour and monopolistic practices.
“We have decided to call off the strike action effective today after careful consideration and assurances from Dangote Group addressing our concerns,” said IPMAN Western Zone Chairman, Chief Oyewọle Akanni, in a statement.
The strike, which had threatened to disrupt fuel supply in the region, was described by Akanni as a show of solidarity among marketers. He commended members for standing firm, saying their unity strengthened calls for fairer competition in the downstream sector.
He urged all petroleum marketers in the zone to resume daily operations immediately.
