Court Halts NUPENG Strike Against Dangote Refinery; Restraining Order Issued to Ensure Operations

A court has issued a restraining order against NUPENG and drivers from striking against Dangote Refinery. The ruling, granted by Justice Subilim, prohibits the union from blocking roads or disrupting the refinery's operations.

The court emphasized the potential irreparable damage to Dangote Refinery and ordered the case file to be reassigned for further proceedings. Dangote's counsel argued that the planned strike violated constitutional and trade union laws.

The court directed the respondents to comply with the order until a hearing on the matter. The decision aims to prevent any disruptions to the refinery's activities and ensure the continuation of petroleum trucking services.