The Lagos State Government has given members of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) until November 10 to fully adopt the state’s digital call-up system for truck operations along the Lekki-Epe corridor.

Transportation Commissioner Oluwaseun Osiyemi said the ultimatum follows repeated violations of the online scheduling process, which has led to roadside cash collection, illegal parking, and traffic disruptions across the corridor. He warned that the state will begin enforcement if the union fails to comply by the deadline.

Officials recently held a meeting with NUPENG after reports showed that many tanker drivers were avoiding designated holding parks, despite requirements for every truck to undergo validation and clearance before accessing the route.

NUPENG representatives, however, assured the government that they would work with members to improve compliance and address outstanding issues.

Background

The e-call-up platform was introduced to control heavy truck movement around the Lekki Free Trade Zone and ease persistent congestion. After several delays, the system was launched in September 2024 and later suspended temporarily in March 2025 before resuming.

Under the arrangement, trucks are required to use approved holding parks in Okorisan, Poka, Abule Panu, and near the Dangote Refinery. The government and transport unions also agreed on a revised N10,000 enforcement fee for participation.

Despite these measures, officials say compliance among NUPENG members has remained low, prompting the latest deadline.