Lagos APC tackles opposition over criticism of 30-day petrol discount
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has challenged opposition parties criticising the Federal Government’s 30-day petrol discount initiative to propose practical alternatives, stressing that the welfare of Nigerians should be prioritised over political interests. The party called on opposition leaders to explain how their proposed solutions would differ from the…
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has condemned opposition parties for dismissing the Federal Government's proposed temporary petrol discount, calling their response disappointing and politically motivated. The party's spokesman, Seye Oladejo, stated that the opposition should embrace measures to alleviate the burden on Nigerians struggling with rising transportation and living costs, instead of resorting to political point-scoring.
The opposition, including the Obidient Movement, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde's presidential campaign organization, have rejected the discount, describing it as insufficient and politically motivated. The Federal Government announced that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited will sell petrol at a discounted price to forgo its retail profit margin, as part of measures to cushion Nigerians against global crude oil price fluctuations.
The opposition has been urged to examine the policy's structure and financing rather than rely on political labels.
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