The rise in the price of petrol has reduced the level of patronage at filling stations as Nigerians grapple with the ripple effects of the government’s decision on fuel subsidy removal.
Checks by our correspondents on Wednesday revealed that due to the N537 new pump price of fuel introduced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), many filling stations in the territory now record fewer customers.
In most of the stations, the product was available but motorists bought less petrol, describing full tank purchases as avoidable luxury.
It was learnt many others had parked their vehicles at home, while others used theirs when it was absolutely necessary.
Civil servants who could not afford to go out have resorted to staying at home even without permission from their employers.
Those who have personal businesses only go out when there are no options; a development that has rendered highways less busy. Continue Reading from the source: Daily Trust
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