Diesel Truckers' Strike Disrupts Nigeria's Telecom And LPG Sectors

By Oluwabukola Jimoh ــ Last Update 27 February 2025

According too TechCabal, recent strike by the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) in Lagos and Ogun States has precipitated a significant crisis in Nigeria's telecommunications sector, with potential ripple effects on the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market. The strike, initiated in response to alleged harassment by Lagos State officials, has led to the suspension of diesel deliveries, critically impacting telecom towers that rely on diesel generators due to the country's unreliable power grid.

As a result, millions of Nigerians are experiencing network disruptions, including slower browsing speeds, dropped calls, and intermittent service failures. The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has expressed urgent concerns, highlighting that many telecom sites are running dangerously low on diesel, which could escalate into a full-blown network blackout, disrupting essential services including mobile and internet access, business operations, emergency response systems, and daily communications.

We at LPG in Nigeria are of the opinion that the strike's impact extends beyond telecommunications, significantly affecting the LPG market. LPG plant owners, facing challenges in diesel supply for operations, are shifting their focus to the South-South and South-East regions, where logistics are more manageable under the current constraints. This strategic realignment is anticipated to cause a surge in LPG prices in these regions if the strike persists, as supply struggles to meet demand.

This situation underscores the vulnerability of Nigeria's energy and communication infrastructures, both heavily dependent on diesel fuel. The ongoing strike not only disrupts daily life but also threatens economic stability, emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable and resilient energy solutions to mitigate such crises in the future.

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Oluwabukola Jimoh

Oluwabukola Jimoh is a dynamic academic writer and captivating energy blogger. She is able to delve into intricate subjects with an insatiable thirst for knowledge, crafting thought-provoking essays that engage and enlighten her readers.