The national president of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Maigandi Shettima, has called on all members to disregard the ongoing nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests.
He also urged members of the association to remain calm and dedicated to their business activities amidst ongoing efforts by President Bola Tinubu-led administration to achieve economic recovery.
In a statement, Shettima and the national secretary of the union, James Terlumun, emphasised the importance of dialogue and constructive engagement, while advising against highhandedness by security agents or destructive actions by the protesters.
They cautioned IPMAN members against being misled by unidentified individuals who might not have the nation’s best interests at heart.
The statement read in parts, “All over the world, protests are organised by recognised groups with known leaders who take responsibility for their peaceful focus.
“However, when protests are called by faceless groups with no known leaders, there is a greater chance of violence.”
The union further urged IPMAN members and the general public to avoid involvement in any chaotic event that could result in the loss of lives and properties, stressing the need for maintaining peace across Nigeria.
