Kwara State's tricycle operators shut down Ilorin city to protest the steep hike in fuel prices, disrupting daily activities. The protest reflects growing frustration over the economic hardship caused by fuel costs, with social media reactions mixed, ranging from sarcasm to calls for nationwide action.
In Ilorin, Kwara State, tricycle operators staged a massive protest, shutting down the city in response to the recent fuel price hike, which has pushed prices between N897 and N1000 per liter. The operators expressed frustration over the growing economic hardship caused by the steep fuel costs, which are severely impacting their livelihoods. The protest disrupted daily activities in Ilorin as streets were blocked, affecting businesses and transportation.
Reactions on social media were mixed, with many mocking those who voted for President Bola Tinubu, blaming his administration for the worsening economy. Some users sarcastically remarked that the economy was “booming,” while others criticized the silence of those who didn’t protest earlier. Calls for similar protests across Nigeria echoed, with some suggesting that car owners should join the movement to force the government into action. Many Nigerians expressed hopelessness, describing the country as being in dire straits due to the unrelenting fuel crisis.
