Subsidy Removal Generates mixed reactions among Nigerians.
Written by Joey Shekwonuzhibo on June 8, 2023
The recent increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit PMS, otherwise known as petrol has generated mixed reactions among Nigerians.
Our correspondent, Talison Yilbyen who took to the street of Jos the Plateau state capital reports that the subsidy removal has resulted in the increase of transportation and goods. A resident who simply identified as Moses said due to the fuel situation, he has decided to park his car for the time being to use either public transportation which has also been increased. However, a business man Mr, Michael who welcomed the subsidy removal, questioned who the government was paying the subsidy to. It would be recalled that the National Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress suspends a planned strike which was scheduled for 6th June 2023, after a late night meeting with Government Officials at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on the 4th of June 2023.
