The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has shelved its earlier plans to embark on industrial action over unpaid N100billion bridging claims, and other issues with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
IPMAN National Executive Committee (NEC) announced this decision in a statement signed on Thursday by the National Publicity Secretary, Chief Ukadike Chinedu.
According to the statement, the decision to shelve the industrial action follows the commitment from the NMDPRA to address the concerns.
The statement states that the association’s NEC ably led by Alhaji Abubakar Shettima Maigandi is actively engaged in resolving these issues as swiftly as possible.
“We have been in communication with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources.
“They have expressed their commitment to addressing these pending claims and other issues.
“They equally assured us that payment will take place within a short period. In the meantime, we kindly implore all members to remain calm and patient as we work towards securing the necessary approvals and payments.
“We understand the importance of these claims to you and appreciate your understanding during this process,” the statement said.
It therefore, encouraged all members to refrain from any action(s) that may disrupt the association’s collective efforts, including strike actions, noting that the upcoming official meeting with the NMDPRA would be a critical opportunity to discuss these matters further, and their participation would be invaluable.
