The Federal Government has assured that it is working tirelessly to resolve the ongoing fuel crisis that has severely impacted the transportation sector and other areas of the economy.
Motorists have been facing difficulties with fuel scarcity, buying petrol at exorbitant prices (N900-N1,200 per liter) in major cities.
Minister of State Petroleum (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, took to X (formerly Twitter) to address the issue, attributing the crisis to unforeseen logistical challenges, including weather concerns that have temporarily disrupted the distribution chain.
Lokpobiri reassured citizens that a dedicated team is working around the clock to resolve the issues, committing to restore normal fuel supply as soon as possible.
He thanked the public for their patience and understanding, expressing confidence that together, the challenges will be overcome.
“Dear Nigerians, I understand the frustration many of you are feeling due to the fuel queues in cities such as Abuja. Recent flooding on the trucking route and unavoidable logistical challenges due to weather concerns have temporarily disrupted our distribution chain.
“I assure you that our dedicated team is working round the clock to resolve these issues. We are committed to restoring normal fuel supply as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.
“Together, we will overcome these challenges,” the Minister’s message read.
