Fuel Price Cut by NNPC Fails to Lower Abuja Transport Fares

The Federal Government announced a fuel price reduction at NNPC filling stations, yet commuters in Abuja report that transport fares remain high. Many commercial drivers are unaware of this reduction, while those who are aware state that it has not improved their earnings enough to lower charges.

Chinonso Patrick Okenyi, a businessman and pharmacy operator, shared his struggles with rising fuel costs, which forced him to sell his car and rely on public transportation, spending at least N4,000 daily commuting. Okenyi noted that he has not experienced any reduction in transport fares and instead observed an increase.

He expressed sympathy for commercial drivers, stating they are not solely responsible for the financial hardships faced by Nigerians. His experience reflects a broader sentiment among commuters who feel that government announcements have not translated into tangible relief in transportation costs.