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Peter Obi Condemns Fuel Price Surge And Calls for Urgent Government Action
In a recent statement, Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate, criticized the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for its sudden increase in fuel prices, stating that this decision has exacerbated the already difficult economic conditions faced by many Nigerians.
Obi described the price hike as “unfortunate and insensitive,” emphasizing that it neglects the economic struggles citizens are currently enduring.
He condemned the government’s failure to provide explanations for the increase, highlighting the detrimental impact on the well-being and economic survival of Nigerians.
The NNPCL, now operating as a limited liability company, is regulated by agencies like the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
However, Obi pointed out the confusion regarding the roles and responsibilities of these entities and questioned who is truly in charge.
He noted that both the NNPCL and the regulatory bodies fall under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources, with the President serving as the substantive minister.
This raised concerns about accountability and transparency in governance.
Obi stressed that the onus of responsibility lies with the Honorable Minister of Petroleum Resources and the President of Nigeria to provide a full explanation for the fuel price increase and to explore alternative options to ease the burden on citizens.
He expressed hope that the President would act in the best interest of Nigerians, especially as they navigate the ongoing economic hardship.
In light of these issues, Obi called for a more compassionate approach to governance, insisting that a new Nigeria, one that prioritizes the welfare of its people, is achievable.
He urged the government to address the needs of citizens and reverse the sudden price hike, emphasizing that the well-being of Nigerians should not be compromised for profit.
Peter Obi has long been an advocate for economic reform and transparency in governance.
His leadership during his tenure as governor of Anambra State was marked by a focus on education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
He has remained a vocal figure in Nigerian politics, consistently calling for policies that support the welfare of the populace.
As citizens continue to face the ramifications of the fuel price increase, many are looking to the government for immediate action to alleviate the hardships imposed by this policy change.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to late Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, recalling his contributions to the creative industry and his impact on Nigeria’s cultural identity.
In his tribute, Tinubu described Jacobs as a giant of the Nigerian creative industry and said “He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry. His passing is a great loss to Nigeria, the African film industry and the global community of lovers of the performing arts. His remarkable body of work will continue to speak to generations yet unborn.
“The nation recognises the enormous contributions of Nigeria’s creative practitioners to the country’s cultural identity, global image and economic development. Olu Jacobs played a big role in creating this identity.”
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency over the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard drugs and consumer products in Nigeria.
Adeyanju also called for the removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, as well as the heads of other regulatory agencies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
“Nigerians are being exposed to dangerous products daily, from fake and substandard medicines to unsafe consumer goods, with reports of drugs being sold wholesale in the open under the hot sun. No responsible government should expose its citizens to such risks and expect mortality rates not to rise.”
Adeyanju also called out NAFDAC over what he described as failures in regulating the circulation of counterfeit and substandard products in the country.
It can be noted that various counterfeit products continue to circulate in Nigerian markets, while NAFDAC has also reported seizures and destruction of counterfeit, expired and substandard products.
Lagosians have lamented heavy traffic caused by ongoing construction work at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Federal Government announced that repairs on the damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge would begin on September 8, 2026. The project, initially scheduled to begin in August, was delayed to allow further traffic management planning due to concerns over its impact on motorists.
Since work began, traffic around the Kara area has become heavy, with Lagosians sharing updates on social media about spending two hours or more on the road.
Some commuters say the delays have made their 9-to-5 routines difficult, with several hours spent travelling to and from work.
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