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Govt must explain savings from fuel subsidy removal – Nigerians react to FG’s petrol discount

Many motorists, commuters, and stakeholders have expressed mixed reactions following the Federal Government’s announcement of a 30-day petrol discount at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, NNPCL, filling stations. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele on Thursday announced the discount on petrol prices and subsidy-related issues in Abuja.…

Govt must explain savings from fuel subsidy removal – Nigerians react to FG’s petrol discount

The Federal Government has announced a 30-day petrol discount at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) filling stations, sparking mixed reactions from motorists, commuters, and stakeholders. Fuel Minister Taiwo Oyedele announced the discount on Thursday, with priority for public transport operators across the country. Nigerians have demanded that the government explains the savings from removing fuel subsidy.

A resident from Nasarawa State expressed relief, stating that the measure would ease financial pressure on households amid rising petrol prices. However, another resident questioned the actual discount consumers would receive and its impact on transport fares. Mike Akor, a resident, called for transparency in the use of the proceeds from fuel subsidy removal.

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