Subsidy: Tinubu Not Magician, Can Strategically Reposition Nigeria – Fayose
Former governor of Ekiti state, Mr Ayodele Fayose, Wednesday advised Nigerians to bear with the new government over the removal of subsidy, noting that the present hardship will ease out with time.
Disclosing this in a statement he made public via his Twitter handle, the PDP chieftain opined that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not a magician but can strategically reposition the country.
However, since Tinubu announced the removal of oil subsidy, most Nigerians have negatively reacted.
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Today, many Nigerians were reported to have trekked to their various work places because of the changes in petrol price. Motorists on the other hand groan over the hoarding of petrol and 100% increase in the pump price.
In view of the happenings, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited, NNPC, in a statement confirmed the official increase of the pump price.
The Corporation stated: “NNPC Limited wishes to inform our esteemed customers that we have adjusted our pump price of PMS across our retail outlets, in line with the current market realities.
“As we strive to provide you the quality service we are known for, it is pertinent to note that prices will continue to fluctuate to reflect market dynamics. We assure you that NNPC Ltd. is committed to ensuring ceaseless supply of products.
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“The Company sincerely regrets any inconvenience this development might have caused. We greatly appreciate your continued patronage, support and understanding through this time of change and growth.”
Reacting to people’s complaint, Fayose said: “On this removal of fuel subsidy, I am convinced that President Tinubu has taken the best and the wisest decision for the collective good of Nigeria and its people. He promised to remove subsidy, he never hide it.
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