Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) called on the Federal Government to intervene urgently as petrol prices surged to 1,230-1,300 naira per litre, or $0.82-$0.87 USD. This hike worsens hardship for workers through higher transport and food costs. Nigeria, West Africa’s most populous nation, feels the pinch from global oil shocks.
NLC President Joe Ajaero issued the statement. He highlighted unaffordable travel and soaring essentials. Workers face deeper economic strain daily.
Okay News reports Ajaero’s direct plea. He said, “The sudden increase in petrol price to between N1,170 and N1,300 per litre has further deepened the economic hardship faced by Nigerian workers and the general populace.” Ajaero added, “The government must urgently introduce measures, including wage support and cost of living relief, to cushion the devastating impact of the current fuel price crisis on workers and vulnerable citizens.”
The union seeks tax breaks for low earners and expanded social aid. These steps would ease household burdens. Vulnerable groups need priority support now.
Ajaero tied the crisis to Nigeria’s weak downstream petroleum sector. Public refineries sit idle, forcing imports. Operational plants would cut global price swings.
Windfall profits from high crude should fund welfare, per NLC. Transparency matters in oil revenue use. Citizens deserve clear accounting.
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) echoed investment calls in gas infrastructure. Middle East war with Iran drives crude past $100 per barrel. Supply disruptions hit worldwide.
Government weighs refinery fixes and subsidies. Labor pushes for quick relief. Nigerians brace for sustained high energy costs.
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