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Sanwo Olu bows to MC Oluomo, suspends NURTW in Lagos

MC Oluomo had earlier announced a pull out of his gang from NURTW, urging the Lagos government to set up park management team.

• March 10, 2022

LAGOS SUSPENDS NURTW FROM PARKS

The Lagos State Government has been watching closely events in the National Union of Road Transport Workers Union (NURTW). There have been claims and counter claims over the control of the union.

The Government has a duty to ensure the safety of lives and property of all Lagosians and visitors. Therefore, there is an urgent need to douse the unnecessary tension generated by the leadership tussle in the NURTW and protect the citizenry from the likely fallout of the situation.

After considering the provisions of the law, the Government hereby suspends the activities of NURTW, which must cease to operate in all parks and garages in Lagos State. The Government will set up a Committee to immediately take control of the parks and garages. Members of the committee will be key stakeholders in the sector.

The Government’s position is premised on its responsibility to ensure that there is no breakdown of law and order in all parks and garages in Lagos State.

Gbenga Omotoso
HC, Information & Strategy

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