What Nigerians say about subsidy

The debate over fuel subsidy in Nigeria remains a contentious issue, with Nigerians divided on whether it should be reinstated or not. Some argue that reintroducing the subsidy would alleviate financial strain on ordinary Nigerians, while others contend that it is unsustainable, prone to corruption, and has led to economic hardship.

Kola Edokpayi, a 46-year-old activist, supports the return of fuel subsidy, believing it would ease hardship and improve the economy. However, others, like Dada Ayokha, a 50-year-old lecturer, oppose the return, citing the scams and mismanagement associated with the subsidy. Tobi Eromosele, an engineer, supports the return of the subsidy, arguing that its removal has caused more harm than good, increasing transportation fares and the cost of essential items.

Other supporters of the return include Tobi Eromosele, an entrepreneur, and Haruna Ibrahim Nasarawa, a politician, who believe that the government should return the subsidy to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians. On the other hand, Dr Fyneface D. Fyneface, an environmentalist, is against the return of the subsidy, calling it a "big scam" that has drained the country's wealth.

Eunice Nnachi, a gender advocate, acknowledges the suffering caused by the removal of the subsidy but opposes its return due to past scams. Some Nigerians, like Badamasi Asamu Isa and Tanimu Danlel Muhammed, argue that if the government returns the subsidy, it must ensure proper management and utilization of the funds saved from its removal to benefit ordinary Nigerians.