In a troubling account that has sparked conversations online, a trailer driver formerly associated with BUA has come forward to share his ordeal,one that highlights the harsh realities many workers face when salaries go unpaid and grievances go unheard.
According to the driver, his troubles began after he protested the non-payment of his December salary. Like many workers, he depended on that income to meet basic needs and support his family. However, rather than receiving clarity or resolution, he claims the company responded by sacking him.
What makes the situation even more distressing is what followed next. Despite allegedly sacking him, the driver says the company is still demanding that he carry goods to go and deliver in Benin City. Specifically, he claims he has been asked to transport and offload merchandise goods in Benin, using his own money. For a man who says he has not been paid and is no longer officially employed? This request feels not only unreasonable but deeply exploitative.
In his lament, the driver expresses frustration, confusion, and a sense of betrayal. Protesting unpaid wages, he suggests, should not be grounds for dismissal, especially in a time when economic pressures are already overwhelming for many Nigerians. Instead of dialogue or support, he says he was met with punishment.
This incident raises broader questions about workers’ rights, corporate responsibility, and accountability. If true, it reflects a system where employees may feel powerless, fearful of speaking up, and vulnerable to sudden loss of livelihood. It also underscores the importance of transparent communication between employers and employees, especially during disputes over wages.
As the story continues to circulate, many are calling for clarification from the company and urging labor authorities to look into the matter. Beyond the headlines and social media reactions lies a deeper issue: the human cost of unpaid salaries and the emotional toll on workers who feel discarded after years of service.
For this driver, the protest was not about rebellion, it was about survival. His story serves as a reminder that behind every corporate dispute is a real person, struggling to be heard and treated with dignity.
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