Nigeria: Two Feared Dead As NURTW Factions Clash in Agege

23 January 2007

Lagos — Business and commercial activities in the densely populated Agege area of Lagos State, was yesterday brought to a total stand still following a bloody clash between factions of the National Union of Road Transport workers(NURTW).

Several persons were injured and vehicles damaged in the bloody clash that also affected both human and vehicular movements. Unconfirmed report however said two persons lost their lives in the fight over ownership of the Agege motor park and other parks in the area.

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