In a significant move, eHailing drivers across major Nigerian cities are set to halt operations in response to escalating security concerns. This decision, made by the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), aligns with a nationwide protest led by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The source reports that the drivers are demanding better safety measures and support from the government.
Shutdown of eHailing Apps Scheduled
The planned shutdown of eHailing apps in Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Benin City is scheduled for December 17. Union leaders have expressed that app-based transport workers are particularly vulnerable to threats such as kidnapping and armed robbery, making their participation in the protest crucial.
Union's Commitment to Peaceful Protest
Rivers State Chairman of AUATON, Comrade Amos Omoruyi, emphasized that the union's involvement in the protest will be peaceful and well-organized. The NLC has rallied its members to join the cause, underscoring the pressing need for improved safety measures for all workers in Nigeria amidst the rising tide of insecurity.
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