Following the recent suspension of MC Oluomo as chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers Union (NURTW), the Lagos State has ordered the suspension the activities of NURTW in all Parker's and garages in the state.
According to Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, the Honorable Commissioner of Information & Strategy Government said the government has been watching closely events in the state were there have been claims and counter claims over the control of the union. Omotoso said 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. He said 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.
