Fuel price hike: Experts, CSOs divided on subsidy as Nigerians face worsening hardship
Rising fuel prices in Nigeria have sparked fresh debate, with experts and civil society groups divided on whether the government should reintroduce subsidies or provide relief measures. The increase has worsened economic hardship for many citizens. The price surge is linked to global oil market disruptions caused by tensions involving Iran, the United States, and […]
Nigerians lament as Dangote, PETROAN cite global crude prices for fuel hike
Nigerians are grappling with yet another rise in fuel prices, leaving many concerned about its ripple effects on daily living. Both Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) have pointed to higher global crude oil prices as the primary reason behind the increase. On Friday, fuel prices jumped nationwide. Dangote […]
Tinubu Leaves the UK for France as Nigerians Express Frustration Over Rising Fuel Prices
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has left the United Kingdom for Paris, France, amidst growing frustration in Nigeria over rising fuel prices and worsening economic conditions. The president’s departure, confirmed by Ibrahim Kabir Masari, his Senior Special Assistant on Political and other matters, follows more than a week spent in the UK on a working vacation. […]
Peter Obi Urges Tinubu to Revert Sudden Fuel Price Increase by NNPC
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party, has publicly urged President Bola Tinubu to reverse the recent fuel price hike imposed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). In a statement released on social media platform X, Obi labeled the sudden increase in fuel prices as insensitive and unfortunate, emphasizing that […]
Femi Falana Calls Out NNPCL for Illegal Petrol Price Fixing, Citing Violation of Petroleum Industry Act
In recent developments, prominent human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has publicly criticized the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for fixing petrol prices, which he says is a violation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Falana’s critique has sparked significant debate, particularly given the rising fuel prices that have unsettled Nigerians in recent months. At […]
APC Youth Leader Promises Better Days Ahead After Petrol Price Hike
The National Youth Leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has sent a message of hope to Nigerians following the recent increase in petrol prices. He took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to assure citizens that “joy is coming.” This statement comes just 24 hours after the price of petrol was raised, leaving […]
House of Reps Minority Caucus Opposes Fuel Price Hike, Demands Reversal
The Minority Caucus of Nigeria’s House of Representatives has taken a firm stance against the recent increase in fuel prices announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). This move has been strongly criticized by the caucus, which is calling on the Federal Government to immediately reverse the price hike. According to the caucus, […]
Lagos Government Extends Work-from-Home Order for 3 Months Due to Fuel Price Surge
The Lagos State Government has announced an extension of the work-from-home arrangement for state workers, now set to continue for an additional three months. This decision comes in response to the significant rise in petrol prices, which has placed a heavy financial burden on many residents. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved this extension, as communicated in […]