Nigerians are expressing their dismay following the recent announcement from the Nigeria National Petroleum Limited (NNPCL) that it would no longer be the sole buyer from the Dangote refinery, leading to a significant fuel price increase to N1,030. This decision has sparked widespread concern about the impact on everyday citizens.
Responses gathered by Daily Query via X (formerly Twitter) reflect a deep frustration and highlight the cumulative effects this hike will have on the population.
One user, @MO_Shaibu_, lamented, “Fuel prices have skyrocketed to N1,030 while Tinubu is enjoying his time in London. It was just under N100 during Jonathan’s administration when this same APC party tried to tear the country apart. Anyone supporting this government is truly misguided.”
Another user, @OSAhon_ft, pleaded, “Tinubu, even if we didn’t vote for you, please have mercy on us. Fuel prices keep rising, especially on market days.”
User @Mufeed_ expressed the collective frustration, saying, “It’s incredibly disheartening that they chose to raise petrol prices now, at a time when so many people are already struggling to get by. It seems like they’re turning a blind eye to our daily reality. People are suffering, Mr. President. We are on our knees.”
Commenting on the situation, another user noted the stark contrast with Libya, where fuel is sold for just N52, highlighting the hypocrisy of the current government. “How can we allow this oppressive tax regime to continue?” they asked, referring to the government’s handling of the economy.
As the situation unfolds, many Nigerians are calling for respect and accountability from President @officialABAT and his administration, emphasizing that this latest hike is unacceptable and that their patience is wearing thin.
