A statement Sunday night by the spokesperson, Audu Gaddo, explained that they have been hit by the effect of the coronavirus pandemic with looming massive job loss if the government does not act timely.
“APTCON employs more Nigerians than airline operators. Millions of citizens are making a living directly and indirectly. It is also the main mode of movement since the average Nigerian cannot afford to fly. If the sector suffers, it will affect every citizen. “We are not opposed to government supporting airline operators. However, we strongly believe that given the unique place of road transport operations in the Nigerian economy, they should be first in line for government’s financial support,” he stressed.