Ekiti NUJ expresses concern over fuel shortage, seeks Oyebanji’s intervention
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Ekiti State House of Assembly, led by its Chairman Kayode Babatui, has condemned the worsening fuel shortage in the state, adding that the situation is impacting economic and social activities.
In a communiqué released after the state's monthly legislative session over the weekend, the state explained that very few gas stations are hoarding fuel to sell at higher prices in the future, and called on the state government to intervene in the interests of struggling residents. asked to save the situation.
The communiqué was drafted by a three-person committee comprising Comrade Yemisi Omotola (Chairman), Comrade Oyeniyi Kolajo and Comrade Anthony Ojo (Committee members) and was signed by the Secretary of State, Osewun Ogunsakin.
The communiqué reads as follows: “Parliament has called on the State Government, especially the Petroleum Select Committee, to take urgent action against the increase in queuing at various filling stations in the State and the sale of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at extremely exorbitant rates. in Ado Ekiti, the state capital.
“Council noted that the queues were a result of fuel hoarding by some gas stations.
“Parliament has recommended that the government investigate the causes of the shortages and queues with a view to punishing those who engage in extremist acts to the detriment of the people.”
The lack of luxury cars, also known as petrol, in major towns and cities across the state has made life unbearable for residents.
Most gas stations in the state, especially in the state capital, were locked, making the situation even worse for most motorists.
Our correspondent gathered that only a handful of petrol stations sell this product at prices as high as N750 to N900 per litre, with long queues.
With this development, many taxi drivers and motorbike drivers have disappeared from the roads, and the few drivers that remain in business are charging exorbitant fees for pick-up and drop-off fees, making business in the state more difficult. and commercial activities.
Source: dailypost.ng