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SERAP Calls on Tinubu to Halt Petrol Price Increase During Court Proceedings
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to promptly reverse the recent increase in petrol prices while a lawsuit questioning the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) authority to raise fuel prices is pending before the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The latest price adjustments have seen petrol retailing for N998 per litre at NNPCL outlets in Lagos, a significant jump from the previous price of N855.
In Abuja, the price has risen to N1,030 from N897, with some stations in Lagos reportedly charging as much as N1,050.
This demand comes on the heels of SERAP’s lawsuit filed last month against President Tinubu and the NNPCL, addressing not only the failure to roll back the fuel price increase but also allegations of corruption and mismanagement within the NNPCL.
SERAP has consistently emphasized that these actions are crucial for the well-being of Nigerian citizens, especially amid the current economic challenges.
In an open letter dated October 12, 2024, and signed by Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP argued that the recent price hikes undermine the integrity of the ongoing court case, risking the possibility of justice being obstructed.
The organization highlighted that one of the fundamental tenets of the rule of law is its application to everyone, including presidents and executives of public organizations.
SERAP’s letter asserted that maintaining the purity and clarity of the judicial process is vital for public trust in the legal system.
It stressed that the recent increase in petrol prices could prejudice the case’s outcome and damage the public’s confidence in the court’s ability to deliver justice.
The letter referenced President Tinubu’s commitments since assuming office in May 2023, where he assured citizens that Nigeria would be governed in accordance with the Constitution and the rule of law.
SERAP expressed concern that raising fuel prices while the legal case is ongoing would contradict those assurances and undermine the government’s credibility.
In conclusion, SERAP requested that immediate measures be taken to reverse the price hike and comply with their request.
The organization warned that failure to do so may lead to contempt proceedings or other legal actions aimed at ensuring compliance in the public interest.
SERAP remains committed to holding public institutions accountable and fighting for the rights of Nigerians, emphasizing the necessity of transparency and good governance.
The federal government reacted to claims stating that the new tax rules will be imposed on telecommunications and petroleum products for Nigerians.
The FG released a statement to explain the process and stated that there is no intention to place taxes on telecom and petroleum products and services.
“Those recommendations do not amount to government policy and are not binding on Nigeria. Decisions on tax matters are taken through established constitutional and legislative processes and are guided by national priorities and prevailing economic realities.”
Nigerian politician Peter Obi speaks on the increase in the cost of living in Nigeria and shared how more Nigerians are now hungry and the hunger crisis is increasing in the country.
He stated, “Despite three years of Tinubu’s food emergency, Nigeria’s hunger ranking index declined to among the worst nations globally.”
“Yet the outcome of this has been the opposite. Nigeria’s hunger index has worsened significantly. Nigeria’s hunger index ranking was 103rd out of 123 countries surveyed in 2022/2023, and this figure has since worsened to 115th out of 123 countries surveyed in 2025/2026.”
The U.S. government has released a warning to social media influencers who will be coming to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The government placed a rule on creating content to make money while using a tourist visa and stated that it could lead to deportation back to their country.
It can be noted that the World Cup will be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
“People who enter the United States under a visitor program and receive income from a U.S. source would be violating the conditions of their admission status.”
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