Residents of Sokoto State and its environs continue to express their distress over the recent hike in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as fuel.
The price per liter was recently raised by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) from ₦620 to approximately ₦950 on Tuesday.
In response, other filling stations, including both major and independent marketers, have also increased their prices.
Major marketers such as AA Rano, Danmarina, and Zamzon, who previously sold fuel at prices ranging from ₦800 to ₦870, have now adjusted their rates to ₦1,000 per liter.
Independent marketers have further increased their prices, with some selling as high as ₦1,100 to ₦1,200 per liter.
This price hike is already impacting residents, as the cost of foodstuffs and transportation has risen to reflect the new reality.
Our correspondent, who monitored the situation, observed that the fare for a short trip on a motorbike, commonly known as Okada, within the metropolis has jumped from the previous range of ₦400 to ₦500, to between ₦600 and ₦800.
Additionally, the price of a plate of local rice, which was sold for about ₦4,300 two days ago, has now increased to ₦4,900 in the market.
Mallam Haruna Bello, a resident, voiced his concerns, appealing to the Federal Government to consider the hardships faced by ordinary citizens when making policies.
“I think the government needs to realise that some people are living from hand to mouth. They should take us into consideration before making policies on our behalf.
“We are getting tired of these wrong and inhumane policies. It’s high time the government looked into our plight. Enough is enough,” he lamented.
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