Vice President Kashim Shettima summoned top officials, including Minister Heineken Lokpobiri and NNPCL’s Mele Kyari, to address Nigeria’s recent fuel price hike. Discussions focused on mitigating the economic impact. The absence of President Tinubu, the Petroleum Minister, has raised concerns among citizens about effective resolutions.
Vice President Kashim Shettima convened a high-level meeting at the Presidential Villa to address the recent spike in fuel prices. The meeting included Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) head Mele Kyari, and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu.
The discussions centered on the escalating cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and its impact on the economy. Shettima's move underscores the government's urgency to tackle the issue. However, the absence of President Bola Tinubu, who holds the Petroleum Minister portfolio, has sparked public debate. Many citizens are questioning whether this meeting will yield meaningful solutions.
