The Digest:
Nigerian oil workers' union PENGASSAN has directed its members to immediately cut off all gas and crude oil supplies to Dangote Refinery, launching a strategic strike that could paralyze operations at Africa's largest refinery. The drastic move represents one of the most significant industrial actions in Nigeria's energy sector history, directly targeting the refinery's core operations.
Key Points:
- PENGASSAN orders immediate shutdown of gas supply to Dangote Refinery via NGIC
- Union directs members to close all crude oil supply valves to the facility
- Loading operations for vessels headed to refinery suspended indefinitely
- Action follows dismissal of over 800 workers who joined the union
- Union cites "injury to one, injury to all" principle in mobilization letter
- Refinery management accused of misinformation and propaganda tactics
- Directives issued to branch chairmen with immediate compliance reporting required
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
