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Daily Petrol Consumption Crashes by 92% Under Tinubu Regime
A recent report has revealed that Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption has dropped by a staggering 92% since President Bola Tinubu assumed office. The drastic decline is largely attributed to the economic hardship currently facing the country, marked by rising fuel prices, inflation, and the removal of fuel subsidies under Tinubu’s administration.
The report indicates that Nigerians, particularly those in lower-income brackets, have significantly reduced their reliance on petrol as the cost of living continues to rise. With fuel prices more than tripling after the subsidy removal, many citizens are unable to afford the high costs associated with daily petrol use, leading to a sharp decrease in consumption across the country. As a result, fewer people are using private vehicles and generators, opting instead for alternative, more affordable modes of transport and energy sources.
This reduction in petrol consumption also highlights the broader impact of Tinubu’s economic reforms, which aim to reduce government spending on subsidies and foster a more market-driven economy. While the removal of subsidies was intended to stabilize the nation’s finances, it has also contributed to widespread financial strain for many Nigerians who now face higher fuel, transportation, and food costs.
Despite the reported benefits of subsidy removal, such as reduced smuggling and increased revenue for the government, the immediate effects on everyday Nigerians have been challenging. The report has sparked further debate on the need for additional measures to cushion the effects of these economic changes, including targeted social interventions and subsidies for essential services.
In conclusion, while the reduction in petrol consumption reflects ongoing economic adjustments under Tinubu’s leadership, it underscores the urgent need for policies that balance fiscal reform with the welfare of Nigerian citizens.
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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