{
  "id": 8267400,
  "title": "‘I’ve stopped driving to work’ – Abuja civil servants lament fuel price hike",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/ive-stopped-driving-to-work-abuja-civil-servants-lament-fuel-price",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T15:36:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/18/ive-stopped-driving-to-work-abuja-civil-servants-lament-fuel-price-hike/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Many civil servants in Abuja have expressed their frustrations over the recent hike in petrol prices, stating that it has significantly impacted their transportation expenses and overall livelihood. Previously, a litre of petrol cost between N1,180 and N1,350, but now ranges from N1,388 to N1,450 per litre. Mrs. Falmata Musa shared that her daily transportation expenditure increased from N2,500 to N3,500 due to the price hike. This resulted in her allocating more money towards transportation, affecting her household budget. Mrs. Comfort Abegunde reported that higher fuel costs have driven up food prices as well, forcing her to divert funds intended for food to transportation expenses. She also mentioned that some private car owners are now relying on public transportation due to unaffordable fuel costs, which has consequently affected their productivity. Mr. Olamide Ibrahim revealed that he had stopped driving to work as the increased fuel prices made it difficult for him to commute daily. Before, he spent N24,000 daily on fuel, but now, he must spend N33,500 daily. The workers highlighted that salaries have not kept pace with the rising cost of living, leaving them struggling to manage their limited incomes amidst escalating expenses. Muhammad Lawal emphasized that the increase in transportation costs has further strained the workers' ability to manage their monthly salaries effectively. Shim Felix echoed similar sentiments, stating that the rising petrol prices have put a significant strain on his daily income, affecting his ability to afford food, bills, and other basic necessities. The civil servants suggested that the government should implement measures to enhance public transportation and reduce the overall cost of living to alleviate the burden on workers.",
  "summary": "Many civil servants in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, say the increase in the pump price of petrol has raised transportation fares and put additional pressure on their livelihoods. The civil servants made this known in an interview with NAN in Abuja on Friday. A litre of petrol which was sold between N1,180 and N1350 is now […] ‘I’ve stopped driving to work’ – Abuja civil servants lament…",
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  "coverage": {
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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."
}