Nigerians are outraged over a recent fuel price hike, with petrol prices rising to N1,030 per litre in Abuja and N998 in Lagos. Citizens express concerns about worsening poverty and demand action from President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the strain of increasing costs on their daily lives.
Nigerians are expressing outrage over a recent increase in fuel prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), with prices rising from N897 to N1,030 per litre in Abuja and from N885 to N998 in Lagos. Many citizens fear that this hike will exacerbate poverty and further strain their already challenging financial situations.
Social media platforms have been inundated with reactions, as frustrated Nigerians voice their concerns. One user on X lamented, “How do we survive? This is becoming too much.” Another echoed similar sentiments, stating that the situation is "unacceptable" and criticized the administration for its handling of the crisis. Some commenters suggested that the government appears indifferent to the suffering of its citizens, describing the current regime as “heartless.”
Amid the discontent, various users expressed a sense of despair, with one suggesting that extreme measures might be preferable to the ongoing hardship. Others pointed out the irony of Nigerians paying more for fuel despite the recent establishment of the Dangote refinery, which many hoped would alleviate such issues.
Public calls for President Bola Tinubu to intervene have intensified, with some citizens demanding accountability and immediate action to address their grievances. The escalating fuel prices have not only ignited anger but also highlighted the growing economic struggles faced by ordinary Nigerians, leaving many questioning how they will cope in these trying times.
