NDC Critiques Tinubu's Petrol Price Discount Initiative

The Democratic Congress (NDC) condemned the Federal Government's announcement of a 30-day petrol price discount at NNPC retail outlets, calling it deceptive and indicative of a government in crisis. The statement, signed by National Publicity Secretary Osa Director Esq on October 8, 2026, responded to Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele's remarks, who characterized the initiative as a cost-price offer rather than a subsidy return.

The NDC criticized the government for removing the fuel subsidy without adequate planning or safety nets for Nigerians, highlighting the negative impact on livelihoods and public health. They raised concerns about the limited number of NNPC retail outlets available to serve Nigeria's population of over 200 million, warning that this could lead to dangerous situations at filling stations.

The NDC described the government's actions as an attempt to reintroduce petrol subsidy through the backdoor and criticized President Bola Tinubu's economic policies, termed "Emilokanomics." The NDC urged voters to support their presidential candidate in the upcoming January 16, 2027 elections.