The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has made significant progress in resolving its prolonged leadership crisis after a peace meeting brokered by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC).The mediation, led by NLC President Joe Ajaero in Abuja, saw rival factions agree to halt hostilities and commit to dialogue to restore unity.Both sides pledged to prioritize the union's interests over personal disputes, with sources noting that the process marked a major milestone.The NLC emphasized the need for reconciliation, urging both camps to work together without preconditions.This development is seen as a critical step toward stabilizing the influential trade union, which has faced internal strife since 2022.The agreement comes after months of NLC efforts to mediate, with the latest meeting signaling renewed hope for lasting peace.

The resolution could ease tensions and strengthen the union's role in Nigeria's road transport sector, which has significant economic implications.