{
  "id": 6797585,
  "title": "I’ll replace fuel import subsidy with production subsidy – Atiku",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/ill-replace-fuel-import-subsidy-with-production-subsidy-atiku",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T20:26:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/11/ill-replace-fuel-import-subsidy-with-production-subsidy-atiku/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential candidate for the All Progressive Congress (APC), has defended his plan to reintroduce fuel subsidy, asserting that his approach differs significantly from the current system that has led to reliance on imported petrol. In a recent post on his official social media platform, Atiku elaborated on his proposed production subsidy, aiming to support locally refined crude oil. He explained his vision using the analogy of footwear production, stating that his goal is not to subsidize imported petrol but to enable Nigerians to produce more domestically, thereby lowering fuel costs and keeping more money in citizens' pockets.\n\nAtiku emphasized that instead of using public funds to make imported products more affordable, the government should invest in supporting local producers to decrease their operational expenses. He used the footwear industry as a comparative example, suggesting that rather than reducing the cost of imported shoes, the government could either subsidize the imported goods or assist local shoemakers in Aba to reduce their production costs. By doing so, local shoemakers could produce more shoes domestically, create employment opportunities, and offer their products at lower prices. Atiku preferred the latter option, advocating for the support of local shoemakers.\n\nThe APC presidential hopeful clarified that the proposed policy extends beyond just reducing petrol prices. He argued that cheaper locally produced fuel would lead to lower transportation costs, food prices, and reduced operational expenses for small businesses. Atiku's objective was to ensure that Nigerians have more disposable income after covering their daily expenses. He expressed his desire for bus fares, food prices, and the operational costs of small businesses to decrease, benefiting bus riders, farmers, traders, barbers, tailors, welders, and other small business owners. Atiku concluded that the ultimate measure of affordability should be the amount of money households and businesses retain after paying for essential goods and services. \"Less money spent on fuel. Less money spent on transport. Less pressure on food prices. More money left for your family,\" he stated. He concluded by promising that his proposed economic policies would aim to alleviate the financial burden on households and businesses. \"I will make life affordable again. I will make Nigeria affordable again. It is a promise.\"",
  "summary": "ADC Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has defended his proposal to reintroduce fuel subsidy, insisting that his plan is fundamentally different from the subsidy system that encouraged dependence on imported petrol.In a statement posted on his official X account, Atiku said his proposed production subsidy would support locally refined crude, reduce the cost of fuel production […] I’ll replace…",
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    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Fuel subsidy: For three years, Nigerians have been told to endure – Atiku",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/fuel-subsidy-for-three-years-nigerians-have-been-told-to-endure-atiku",
        "published": "2026-09-11T16:22:21.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Atiku outlines framework for domestic fuel subsidy",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/atiku-outlines-framework-for-domestic-fuel-subsidy",
        "published": "2026-09-11T21:10:41.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}