Prof. Tajudeen Baruwa, President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, has been released from police custody.
In an address to journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Baruwa warned union members against making “inflammatory statements that could undermine the union’s stability.”
While clarifying the events that transpired following his arrest alongside former Lagos State chairman of the union, Tajudeen Agbede, on August 11, 2023, the NURTW boss stated that the police decided to “safeguard” the secretariat.
This, he said, was in response to plans by certain groups within the union to stage a protest at the national secretariat in Garki 2, Abuja, following his arrest.
Baruwa was quoted saying, “We are calling on our members across the states to be calm, peaceful, and law-abiding in their daily activities.”
“We want to assure you that the matter is being addressed and will soon be resolved.”
He encouraged members to prioritise the interests of the union above personal matters.
The NURTW president also appealed to all members to remain lawful and avoid any behaviour that could disrupt public peace.
He stressed that the union has maintained peace over the years and would not tolerate any threat to its track record and successes.
Speaking further, Baruwa hailed the Nigeria Labour Congress for their swift intervention.
“We want to use this medium to express our appreciation to the Nigerian Labour Congress, our members at the state councils, and branches for their support and intervention on the issue,” he added.
