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Fuel Scarcity Resurges in Ilorin, Driving Prices Up and Transport Costs Higher
Fuel shortages have reemerged in Ilorin, causing long queues at petrol stations as the scarcity of petrol continues to affect various parts of the country.
In major filling stations, the price of a litre of petrol ranges from N640 to N680. However, some independent fuel stations in Ilorin have increased their prices significantly, with rates reaching as high as N900, N950, or even N1,000 per litre.
Many filling stations were closed at the time of reporting, citing a lack of stock as the reason for their unavailability. Tajudeen Balogun, a manager at one of the independent stations, expressed frustration, noting that there is no longer any importation or loading of petrol in Lagos.
He highlighted that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is now the sole importer of the product, and this situation is expected to persist until the country’s four local refineries are operational and able to meet the fuel demands of Nigerians.
A senior official from TotalEnergies at a filling station in Ilorin, who wished to remain anonymous, also mentioned the current challenges.
They indicated that the inability to load fuel in Lagos is due to the unavailability of the product, and expressed uncertainty about when the situation might improve, stating that only divine intervention might resolve the ongoing crisis.
The scarcity of fuel and the surge in petrol prices have led to increased transportation costs in Ilorin. Commercial cab operators, as well as Okada (motorcycle taxis) and tricycle riders, have reported significant hikes in fares, exacerbating the impact of the fuel shortage on daily commutes and transportation across the state capital.
The Heritage Foundation has intensified efforts to release Prince Harry’s U.S. immigration records, asserting that his disclosures could have affected his entry eligibility.
After DHS denied their Freedom of Information request, a judge ruled in September to keep the files private—a decision now under appeal by Heritage.
Heritage spokesperson Nile Gardiner argued that revealing the records aligns with public interest, adding, “The rule of law should apply equally to everyone.” He also suggested that the Biden administration’s protection of Harry may end after the inauguration, with growing calls in Congress for transparency.
Tensions have persisted between Harry and former President Trump, who has openly criticized the prince and indicated he wouldn’t offer him protection if re-elected. Gardiner predicts a decision on the matter within a year.
The Lagos Port Complex in Apapa welcomes the largest container vessel ever to the Nigerian port with a capacity of 7000 TEUs. This events marks as a milestone for Nigeria and shows the growth in the country’s trade. The vessel, operated by COSCO Shipping, measures 272 meters in length and is expected to enhance the port’s efficiency.
The terminal operator at the APM Terminal states that this achievement will strengthen Nigeria’s import and export abilities and serves as a good reputation. This event has expanded the presence of Nigeria’s port and can start to make positive changes in the economic state of the country.
President Bola Tinubu advises the media to hold the government responsible in order to strengthen Nigeria’s Democracy. At the 20th All Nigeria Editors Conference, situated in Bayelsa, President Tinubu was represented by the Minister of Information.
And the Minister passes across the message that the media and government should be one with a shared goal. He emphasises on democracy and accountability with the government and the media.The Governor of Bayelsa, Douye Diri also shares the same idea and speaks on democracy within the media, he talks about the importance of unity for the sake of national development.
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