Fuel subsidy: Peter Obi expresses his concerns and takes a stance

 

Mr. Peter Obi, a prominent figure in the Labour Party (LP), has expressed his support for the removal of subsidy on fuel in Nigeria. He revealed that he had been advocating for this since his time as a member of the Economic Management Team during former President Goodluck Jonathan's administration.

Obi believes that the major issue in Nigeria is the government's tendency to ask the masses to endure hardship and make sacrifices for a promising future, only to witness things worsening instead. According to him, subsidy removal is essential because it is essentially an organized crime that enables individuals to exploit the country's resources for personal gain.

Taking to his verified Twitter account, Obi emphasized that the claims of high fuel consumption by Nigerians were exaggerated and used as a cover-up for corruption. He firmly stated that the country's resources were being stolen, while the citizens were made to believe that they were consuming vast amounts of fuel.

Obi also pointed out that his manifesto clearly outlined his plans to remove subsidies. He envisioned a governance approach that involved the people, demonstrating through statistics and empirical evidence how much money could be saved and how those savings could be utilized to improve the lives of the suffering masses.

Obi highlighted the recurring problem in Nigeria, where the government urges the population to endure hardships and make sacrifices for a better future, only to witness the situation deteriorating further down the line. His stance on subsidy removal stems from his belief that it perpetuates organized crime and hinders the country's progress. He remains committed to governing alongside the people, providing transparent explanations of the potential savings and how they will be utilized to benefit the suffering masses.