NDC Critiques Tinubu's Petrol Discount as Deceptive Move

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has condemned the federal government's recent announcement of a 30-day petrol discount at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations. Osa Director, the NDC's National Publicity Secretary, characterized the initiative as a "Greek gift" and an insincere attempt by President Bola Tinubu's administration to reintroduce fuel subsidy without proper consultation or support for affected Nigerians.

He emphasized the adverse effects of the previous subsidy removal, which led to job losses and business failures. Director criticized the government's claim that the discount is not a subsidy but a cost-based arrangement, questioning the practicality of providing discounted fuel at limited NNPC outlets for over 200 million citizens.

He warned of potential chaos at filling stations and asserted that the APC government is incapable of addressing the country's economic challenges. The NDC expressed hope that if Peter Obi, the party's presidential candidate, wins the 2027 election, he would restore Nigeria's economic stability.