Nigeria is grappling with a severe fuel scarcity that has ignited widespread anger and frustration across various states. Motorists and residents are enduring significant hardships due to the crisis, which has resulted in long queues at filling stations and a drastic increase in fuel prices.
The scarcity has hit states including Abuja, Kaduna, Niger, Adamawa, Kano, Bauchi, and Delta. Petrol prices at some stations have soared to nearly N1,000 per liter, while black market prices have skyrocketed to N1,500 per liter.
The shortage has also driven up transportation costs, leading to higher fares and extended wait times for passengers at bus-stops.
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The fuel crisis is attributed to a limited supply from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), which is reportedly rationing fuel by providing only one truck per state.
Marketers are raising concerns over the ongoing shortage and the lack of clear communication from NNPC regarding when the situation might improve.
In response to the worsening conditions, a civil society group has called for the removal of NNPC’s Group Managing Director, Mele Kyari.
The group cites his failure to address the fuel shortage and the broader challenges within the NNPC as reasons for their demand. They are preparing to launch a nationwide campaign and organize peaceful protests to seek government accountability and prompt action.
